Service members visit 'Today Show' during Fleet Week

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES

05.22.2015

Courtesy Story

Navy Public Affairs Support Element, Det. Northwest

By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael J. Lieberknecht, Fleet Week New York

NEW YORK - Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen attended a live broadcast of “The Today Show” outside NBC Studios May 22 as part of Fleet Week New York (FWNY).

While most of the filming of the show was done inside the studio, service members witnessed the concert portion just outside featuring pop singer Meghan Trainor.

“I came here today just to see Meghan Trainor, ” said Fireman Charles Boze, from Rolla, Missouri. “She has a great voice and I appreciate what she does for the kids.”

Other service members attended simply because the event was live on television.

“If I’m going to be on TV, I’ll probably tell my family,” said Electrician’s Mate 2nd Class Nicholas Watry, from Litchfield, Minnesota.

Service members waved at cameras on cranes shooting overhead, and tried to get the attention of Trainor and the hosts of The Today Show. During a commercial break, Matt Lauer walked over to greet the group of military crowd members.

“I just want to say thank you,” said Lauer. “Enjoy your week!”

FWNY, now in its 27th year, is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services.

• Date Taken: 05.22.2015
• Date Posted: 05.22.2015 14:46
• Story ID: 164311
• Location: NEW YORK, NY, US
• Hometown: LITCHFIELD, MN, US
• Hometown: ROLLA, MO, US