Carson Daly Revives TRL for New Special

Carson Daly is set to host a reunion special for the iconic music countdown show, Total Request Live (TRL). Filmed in the show's original Times Square studio, the special is slated for a 2027 release.

Contrary to initial expectations, this nostalgic event is not being produced for MTV but will instead air on The Roku Channel. Daly, who also co-hosts Today, is producing the special with original series creator Tony Di Santo.

Last week, several prominent artists from TRL's heyday, such as JoJo, Mýa, Ashanti, and Nelly, were spotted near the filming location. While their attendance at the taping could not be confirmed, their presence has heightened anticipation.

TRL, which originally premiered in 1998 on MTV, was a defining program for millennials. It featured music video countdowns, live performances, and interviews, and was the site of many memorable pop culture moments throughout its original run until 2008. The show experienced a brief revival from 2017 to 2019.