CNN’s Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen Team Up for Independence Day Special

As America marks 250 years of independence, CNN is rolling out a brand-new live event that reunites two of television’s most popular personalities. Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen, best known for their chemistry on CNN’s annual New Year’s Eve coverage, are coming together for the first time to host an Independence Day special from the heart of Times Square.

“Independence Eve Live With Anderson & Andy: Celebrating 250” will air Friday, July 3, starting at 8 p.m. ET and running through 12:30 a.m., culminating in a special midnight ball drop marking America’s 250th birthday.

The broadcast will air live on CNN through cable and satellite providers. Those without cable can stream it via the CNN app with a participating TV provider login. Several live TV streaming platforms that carry CNN are also offering free trial periods for new subscribers, though availability varies by location.

Expect celebrity guests, live musical performances, and interviews woven throughout the night. Cooper and Cohen will be joined by CNN correspondents from across the country and ordinary Americans whose stories highlight the nation’s resilience and diversity. The evening will culminate in a unique Times Square ball drop at midnight.

The dynamic duo has garnered a devoted audience through their candid banter and unscripted moments on New Year’s Eve. News of their reunion for the Independence Day special sparked excitement online, with viewers already requesting more holiday collaborations between the two.