TODAY’S HIGHLIGHTS
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Some of the biggest names in country music gather to perform classic Christmas songs and unforgettable collaborations as this beloved holiday special filmed in Nashville, Tenn., returns for its 12th edition. First-time hosts Gabby Barrett (“Silent Night”) and Carly Pearce (“O Holy Night”) also will collaborate on a new version of “Sleigh Ride.” Other performers and songs include Carrie Underwood (“Mary, Did You Know?”), Brett Eldredge (“Merry Christmas Baby”), Lainey Wilson (“Christmas Cookies”) and Jimmie Allen with Louis
York and the Shindellas (“What Does Christmas Mean?”).
CMA Country Christmas 8PM The Black Pack: We
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Taye Diggs (“All American”) joins singer-songwriters Ne-Yo and Eric Bellinger for this new one-hour special that’s a tip of the hat to the enduring appeal of Frank Sinatra and his Rat Pack ensemble of artists. This holiday extravaganza of music, comedy and dance salutes the joy of this holiday season, which the program explores through a timeless lens. Scheduled guests include Diggs’ “All American” co-star Bre-Z and singer-songwriters Jordin Sparks, Sevyn Streeter and Tank. 8PM (TLC) The Family Chantel
In the new episode “Truth Be Told,” Chantel and Karen meet River’s girlfriend, while Pedro and Nicole learn more about his father’s past and their family history. Elsewhere, after a big fight with Jah, Winter reveals things about her relationship that she had been keeping from her family.
9PM G 4400 In the new episode “If You Love Something,” Jharrel and Keisha (John David Jones, Ireon Roach) realize they must get the 4400 to trust them if they have any hope of keeping the group safe. Meanwhile, Hayden (Amarr) convinces Andre and LaDonna (T.L. Thompson, Khailah Johnson) to visit Ypsi Med, and Rev (Derrick A. King) continues to expand his flock. Jaye Ladymore, Brittany
Adebumola and Cory Jeacoma also star.
10:01 PM & That’s My Jam While this new series won’t officially premiere until early 2022, this one-hour music and comedy variety show gets a sneak preview tonight. Inspired by some of the most popular games featured on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” each episode features two teams — each with two celebrities — competing to win money for a favorite charity in a series of music, dance and trivia-based games. In tonight’s preview, host Fallon welcomes the teams of Ariana Grande with Blake Shelton, and Kelly Clarkson with John Legend.