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Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks special has seen an increase in viewership, driven by two significant milestones. The event marked the 50th anniversary of the NBC special and coincided with the 250th birthday of the United States. The combined telecasts and streaming platforms of NBC, Peacock, and Telemundo reached 11.2 million viewers, according to preliminary Nielsen data cited by NBC. This year's viewership is notable, although the network did not release comparable data for last year's event. The success of the special can be attributed to its historical significance and the unique circumstances of this year's celebration.

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