TBD TV Network to Rebrand As ROAR

New Identity Launches April 28 Reflecting the Network’s Focus on Ground-Breaking Comedy

BALTIMORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sinclair today announced that TBD TV will rebrand as ROAR on April 28. The new name completes the network’s shift to broadcasting ground-breaking comedy franchises that deliver the funniest, most memorable, uproarious humor on TV. ROAR will debut a bold new visual identity, including fresh on-air graphics, updated social media handles, and an immersive brand experience.

The new brand is the culmination of a strategic plan that kicked off in Q4 2023 to position the network as an alternative to traditional sitcom-based multicast networks. This included the acquisition of key anchor series Saturday Night Live, Whose Line is it Anyway, Key & Peele and Punk’d as well as distribution upgrades in the largest DMAs to big 4 network row channel positions including the FOX owned and operated stations in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta and Phoenix this past January.

The network has experienced record setting growth achieving its highest ratings to date in February 2025 across every key demographic and daypart. With +42% growth year-over-year, February was the highest rated month ever for the network. * Last month the network’s marathon tribute to SNL 50^th Anniversary celebration was watched by 3.2 million viewers.**

“The launch of ROAR marks the completion of a plan we set in motion in 2023—to position the network as a clear alternative to the traditional sitcom-based multicast networks by broadcasting live, audience based, comedy franchises. The new identity truly reflects the network’s energy and ambition for audiences and advertisers alike,” said Adam Ware, SVP, Growth Networks Group.

Viewers can watch ROAR for free over-the-air, as well as through major streaming platforms and digital partners, visit WatchROAR.com for more information.

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD/ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation’s largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

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*Source: Nielsen L+SD P2+ Imp, Total Day (M-Su/9am-3am), Feb’25 vs Feb’24

** Source: Nielsen L+SD P2+ unduplicated reach, 2/14-2/16/25