Backstage

Season 2015

About the Episode

In this backstage interview, actors Gary Sinise and Joe Mantegna, co-hosting for the tenth year, discuss the personal connections that make hosting the show so important for them. These two acclaimed performers have dedicated themselves to veterans' causes and supporting U.S. troops in active service.

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Extras

Yolanda Adams Performs "Count on Me"

Yolanda Adams performs "Count on Me" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert.

3:09
John Slattery & Mary McCormack Tell Carlyle Harris' Story

John Slattery & Mary McCormack tell Col. Carlyle "Smitty" and Louise Harris' story.

9:57
Gary Sinise Pays Tribute to Vietnam War Veterans

Gary Sinise tributes Vietnam War veterans at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert.

2:12
Yolanda Adams Performs the National Anthem

Yolanda Adams performs the national anthem at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert.

2:09
Trace Adkins Performs "Empty Chair"

Trace Adkins performs "Empty Chair" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert.

3:39
2023 National Memorial Day Concert Preview

Watch the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert, Sunday, May 28, 8/7C.

0:30
Col. Carlyle "Smitty" and Louise Harris Story

Watch the story of Col. Carlyle “Smitty” Harris (Ret.) and his wife Louise.

6:55
SGT Anthony O. Magee Family Story

Watch the story of U.S. Army Sergeant Anthony Oneal Magee and his family.

6:10
The National Symphony Orchestra Performs "Honor"

The NSO performs "Honor" at the 2019 National Memorial Day Concert.

2:44
Brian d'Arcy James Performs "You'll Be in My Heart"

Brian d'Arcy James performed "You'll Be in My Heart" at the 2021 Concert.

2:47