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NICKELODEON CELEBRATES 20 YEARS OF "AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER" WITH A FIRST LOOK AT "AVATAR: SEVEN HAVENS" ARTWORK DURING ANNIVERSARY PANEL AT COMIC-CON(R) INTERNATIONAL: SAN DIEGO 2025
Panel Highlights Include Avatar Cast Reunion, Curtain-Raising Tribute Video
and a Crowd-Roaring "Secret Tunnel" Sing-Along Led by Composer Jeremy Zuckerman
SAN DIEGO, Calif. - July 24, 2025 - Nickelodeon marked two decades of Avatar: The Last Airbender with an unforgettable celebration at San Diego Comic-Con, drawing nearly 5,000 superfans to Ballroom 20 for a panel packed with surprises and sneak peeks into the future of the Avatar-verse. Moderated by Janet Varney (the voice of Korra), the panel delivered nonstop moments of fan-fueled excitement, including:
A curtain-raising tribute video honoring 20 years of Avatar fandom, spotlighting iconic moments from the series and tracing its journey from the Comic-Con pilot debut to the show's rise as a cultural phenomenon;
Mae Whitman (voice of Katara) shared a heartfelt video expressing her deep gratitude for being part of Avatar: The Last Airbender's 20th anniversary, reflecting on growing up with the show and her excitement to one day share it with her own child;
A reunion of the original voice cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender--Zach Tyler Eisen (Aang), Jack De Sena (Sokka), Michaela Jill Murphy (Toph), Jennie Kwan (Suki), Dante Basco (Zuko), and Dee Bradley Baker (Appa), joined by series composer Jeremy Zuckerman and creators Bryan Konietzko and Michael Dante DiMartino--who gathered together for a deep dive into the 20-year legacy surrounding the beloved franchise;
A first look at brand-new artwork from Avatar: Seven Havens, the upcoming 2D-animated series from Avatar Studios, which follows a young Earthbender who discovers she is the next Avatar. Brand-new 20th anniversary art was revealed as well.
Live table reads from three of Varney's favorite Avatar episodes: "The Serpent's Pass / Appa's Lost Days," "The Western Air Temple" and "Sozin's Comet, Part 4: Avatar Aang" with the original cast and creators bringing favorite scenes to life once again;
A show-stopping "Secret Tunnel" sing-along, led by series composer Jeremy Zuckerman and backed by a video montage featuring scenes from various Avatar episodes and animated visuals, turning Ballroom 20 into a harmony-filled homage to the legendary tune.
The 20th anniversary celebration of Avatar: The Last Airbender continues all weekend at Nickelodeon's 1,800-square-foot booth (#4113) on the convention floor, where fans can experience the four elements--Water, Earth, Fire, and Air--through immersive activations, photo ops, and interactive booth activities, along with outdoor experiences. Click HERE for daily booth activity and outdoor activations.
Nickelodeon's Avatar: The Last Airbender emerged from its three-season run (61 episodes), from February 2005 to July 2008, as one of the most beloved animated properties in history. Honored with a Peabody Award and Primetime Emmy, along with multiple Annie Awards and Genesis Awards, the series follows the adventures of the main protagonist Aang and his friends, who must defeat Fire Lord Ozai and end the Hundred Year War to restore balance to the Four Nations. Continuing the next era of the Avatar-verse, Avatar Studios will release The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender on October 9, 2026. Additionally, Nickelodeon announced the greenlight of Avatar: The Last Airbender: Seven Havens, a brand-new 2D-animated series which follows a young Earthbender who discovers she is the new Avatar, expanding the rich mythology and epic adventure of the beloved franchise. In addition to the series' success, the property has also been translated into several bestselling book series, which continue to roll out new original stories. The graphic novel series has sold nearly 3 million copies, and the young adult novels have spent more than 25 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list and have sold more than 700,000 copies in both print and audiobook. The series has also come to life globally through Nickelodeon-themed attractions, resorts and live experiences, including the 100-city world tour of Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert, featuring a live orchestra performing the show's iconic musical score.
About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 46th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location-based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon is a part of Paramount's (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA) global portfolio of multimedia entertainment brands.
About Paramount+
Paramount+, part of Paramount's (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA) global portfolio of multimedia entertainment and news brands, is a direct-to-consumer digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service, combining live sports, breaking news and A Mountain of Entertainment(TM). The streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel. Paramount+ Premium, the service's cornerstone plan, is also home to SHOWTIME(R) content, including scripted hits and critically acclaimed nonfiction projects and films. This premium plan includes unmatched events and sports programming through the local live CBS stream, including golf, basketball and more. All Paramount+ subscribers have streaming access to CBS News Network for 24/7 news and CBS Sports HQ for sports news and analysis.
Paramount+ is the streaming home for Nickelodeon's Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra.
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