Mid-Century TV Christmas Special

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Across
  1. 2. The company that funded classic television broadcasts and featured festive commercials.
  2. 8. The smooth-voiced crooner who hosted famous annual holiday television specials.
  3. 9. A group of backup singers who provided rich vocal harmonies for the main performer.
  4. 11. A unique television event broadcast only once a year during the festive season.
  5. 13. The popular variety show host whose family sang It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.
  6. 15. The crooner family famous for their matching holiday sweaters on prime-time TV.
  7. 16. The glowing living room box that brought holiday entertainment to families across the nation.
  8. 19. The cozy knitted garment worn by TV hosts while sitting near a decorated studio fireplace.
Down
  1. 1. The warm studio backdrop where classic performers sat to sing intimate carols.
  2. 3. The legendary star whose 1963 Christmas show featured her talented children singing.
  3. 4. The relaxed host known for wearing cozy cardigans during his Christmas broadcasts.
  4. 5. Annual holiday broadcasts that became beloved family viewing traditions year after year.
  5. 6. The transmission of radio or television signals into living rooms across the country.
  6. 7. The charming star who welcomed viewers into their televised living room each December.
  7. 10. The soundstage where musical variety shows were recorded live in front of an audience.
  8. 12. The famous Hollywood actress and singer who gave a memorable televised holiday performance.
  9. 14. A famous celebrity who made a surprise appearance on a holiday television program.
  10. 17. The style of classic television show filled with music comedy skits and guest stars.
  11. 18. The broadcasting company that aired joyful holiday programming to millions of homes.
  12. 19. A short humorous comedic scene performed between musical numbers on a variety show.