Justin Bieber has a lot to be thankful in 2015: a No. 1 hit single with "What Do You Mean," redemption in the public eye and the upcoming release of his new album Purpose. And, on Thanksgiving, the "Sorry" singer will be giving thanks at the Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.
Bieber will be performing during CBS' broadcast of the 89th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, which is set to take over the streets of midtown Manhattan.
According to CBS News, Bieber is headlining the CBS telecast of the big event, but he won't be at it alone. The Broadway casts of Jersey Boys and Beautiful - The Carole King Musical will also be performing on TV. Wayne Brady, model Taylor Hill and George Takei are also expected to stop by. Entertainment Tonight anchor Kevin Frazier will be hosting the CBS special.
Bieber joins the Thanksgiving Day parade on the heels of the release of his new album Purpose, which is due to be released on Friday, Nov. 13. The album has thus far been led by singles "What Do You Mean," "Sorry" and "I'll Show You" as well as the promotional tracks "The Feeling" featuring Halsey and "Love Yourself."
The 89th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will take place on Thanksgiving Day, Thurs. Nov. 26, from 9 a.m. to noon.
As for the NBC broadcast (the more well known show), according to Macy's, everyone from Mariah Carey to Shawn Mendes to Jordin Sparks will be performing on a variety of themed floats.
