On Tuesday, WWE announced the air date for this year’s Tribute to the Troops celebration. The taping for this special will be held today at Fort Hood with a two-hour special airing Thursday, Dec. 20 at 9/8c on USA Network.
It was also noted in the announcement that the event will feature a special appearance by Jon Stewart, former host of The Daily Show and a long-time supporter of our servicemen and women. Country music star Morgan Wallen will perform for the troops in attendance.
This is the second time Fort Hood has hosted The Most Patriotic Show of the Year, first serving as host in 2010. It was noted in the announcement that Superstars will spend time giving back to military personnel and their families stationed on base and activities include a Be a STAR bullying prevention rally, as well as hospital visits and military outreach initiatives at various installations across the base.
“It is an honor to celebrate our servicemen and women for their unwavering commitment and sacrifice to our country,” said Vince McMahon, WWE Chairman & CEO. “We are proud to return to Fort Hood and continue WWE’s Tribute to the Troops tradition for the 16th consecutive year.”
It was also noted that “WWE Tribute to the Troops began in 2003 to honor our servicemen and women and their families. In the tradition of Bob Hope, WWE brings together the best of sports, entertainment and pop culture with celebrity appearances and performances from music’s most popular acts in what is considered TV’s most patriotic and heartwarming show of the year.”
We will post spoilers from the taping of this special on the site later today.
