The holiday season just received its most dazzling gift yet. Two legendary voices — Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire — are set to co-host Christmas in Rockefeller Center 2025, and the excitement is already echoing around the world. NBC officially confirmed the announcement, sparking a whirlwind of celebration across social media, fan communities, and the heart of Music City itself.
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This isn’t just another star-studded Christmas special. This is a once-in-a-lifetime moment where two of the most influential women in American music step into the holiday spotlight together — bringing decades of friendship, storytelling, and shared country soul directly into one of the world’s most cherished traditions.
Queens of Country, United Under the Holiday Lights
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree stands as one of the most iconic symbols of the season — a radiant monument to togetherness, hope, and joy. This year, that symbol will shine even brighter as Dolly and Reba take the stage side by side.
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They’ll perform beloved holiday classics, deliver heartwarming duets, and sprinkle the evening with humor and charm in a way no one else can. Each brings her own distinct magic:
Dolly Parton A voice filled with warmth, sparkle, and storytelling A global icon of compassion and philanthropy The queen behind timeless hits like “Jolene” and “9 to 5”
Reba McEntire A powerhouse vocalist with unmatched emotional depth Actress, coach, comedian — and a cultural force on and off the stage A mentor to rising artists through The Voice and beyond
Together, they represent not only country music royalty — but the hearts of generations who grew up on their songs, wisdom, and unwavering positivity.
“Christmas is about giving love — and there ain’t nothing better than sharing it with Reba,” Dolly shared, her smile as bright as holiday lights.
Reba echoed the sentiment:
“There’s something magical about those lights. Singing under the tree — and doing it with Dolly — feels like a blessing.”
A Holiday Celebration Rooted in Humanity
While the event promises glitz, glamour, and stunning musical performances, sources close to the production say there will also be quiet emotional moments — the kind that stay with viewers long after the night ends.
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Both Dolly and Reba have faced deeply personal challenges this year. Instead of shying away, they’re choosing to bring that vulnerability into the spotlight — showing fans that strength doesn’t mean perfection, and joy can coexist with struggle.
They will share stories about:
• The importance of kindness • The power of music to heal • The value of lifting others up • And the comfort of community during the holidays
Behind every ornament, every performance, and every laugh… there will be heart. And audiences will feel it.
A Night That Feels Like Coming Home
Rockefeller Center will transform into a glittering winter dreamscape — the towering tree glowing above thousands of fans gathered in Midtown Manhattan, millions more watching from home.
Snow machines will dance in the air. Choirs will echo through the plaza. Families will stop everything to share the moment.
And at the center of it all?
Two lifelong friends who helped shape American culture with their voices.
Entertainment critics are already calling the event:
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“History in the making” “The most emotional holiday production in years” “A celebration of hope, unity, and enduring friendship”
There’s something profoundly comforting about Dolly and Reba standing together. They remind us of traditions passed down, songs sung around fireplaces, and the beauty of holding onto the people who matter most.
A Legacy Illuminated
Many fans consider this one of the most important collaborations in recent holiday entertainment history. Not because of ratings or celebrity buzz — but because of what Dolly and Reba represent:
Resilience Generosity Faith and kindness Southern warmth that feels like home
They’ve weathered heartbreak and triumph. They’ve reinvented themselves again and again. And they’ve continued to uplift others every step of the way.
When they take the stage to sing — together — it will feel like a celebration of every milestone, every fan, every song that held someone up in difficult times.
The Moment We All Need
The world today can feel divided, noisy, and uncertain. But holiday traditions like this one remind us of what really matters: togetherness.
Dolly and Reba are stepping into this moment with hearts full of love and purpose. Their presence signals something bigger than music — a return to joy, connection, and light.
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And as they join hands beneath the glowing branches of the Rockefeller Christmas Tree…
For the first time in a long time, the world may pause, breathe, and feel at peace.
Don’t Miss It
Christmas in Rockefeller Center 2025 Hosted by Dolly Parton & Reba McEntire Live on NBC — December (exact date TBA) Streaming available on Peacock
This is not just a show. It is a holiday memory in the making — the kind families will talk about for years.
So grab a mug of cocoa. Sit close to the people you love. And get ready to witness two queens of music light up America’s most cherished Christmas celebration with warmth, grace, and timeless harmony.
Queens of Country, United Under the Holiday Lights
A voice filled with warmth, sparkle, and storytelling
A powerhouse vocalist with unmatched emotional depth
A Holiday Celebration Rooted in Humanity
A Night That Feels Like Coming Home
A Legacy Illuminated
Resilience
Don’t Miss It
Christmas in Rockefeller Center 2025
Live on NBC — December (exact date TBA)
