In an unprecedented show of solidarity, the Big Four networks (ABC, CBS, NBC, and Fox) have agreed to jointly broadcast a celebrity benefit Friday, Sept. 21, 8-10pm, to raise funds for families affected by the terrorist attacks. Other networks committed to air the special include Telemundo, HBO, HBO Latino, UPN, and the WB, with more expected. Celebrities slated to appear in America: A Tribute to Heroes run the gamut from George Clooney to Will Smith to Faith Hill.
This article appears in September 21 • 2001.
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A graduate of the Michener Center for Writers at the University of Texas, Kimberley has written about film, books, and pop culture for The Austin Chronicle since 2000. She was named Editor of the Chronicle in 2016; she previously served as the paper’s Managing Editor, Screens Editor, Books Editor, and proofreader. Her work has been awarded by the Association of Alternative Newsmedia for excellence in arts criticism, team reporting, and special section (Best of Austin). The Austin Alliance for Women...
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