Brian Williams to Host Prime Video Election Special

Amazon Prime Video is in final talks with former NBC and MSNBC news anchor Brian Williams to host a live Election Night special on November 5, marking the streaming platform's first foray into live news coverage. The program aims to provide non-partisan, comprehensive coverage of the U.S. presidential election and will rely on state-by-state calls from the Associated Press. Originating from Amazon's studio in Culver City, the special will be a one-time event, not a permanent move into news broadcasting. Williams, who has extensive experience covering presidential elections, has been off-air since 2021. This initiative reflects a broader trend of streaming services like Amazon and Netflix exploring live programming to attract younger audiences who favor digital platforms over traditional TV.