Sneak Peek: Discovery Channel's SKYWIRE LIVE with Nik Wallenda, Airing 6/23

"Skywire Live With Nik Wallenda" Event will air Live on Discovery Channel beginning at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT on Sunday, June 23. Check out the preview clips below!

It will be one of the most daring and captivating live events in history -- Nik Wallenda, known as "The King of the High Wire," will traverse the majestic Grand Canyon, without using a harness at 1,500 feet above the Little Colorado River, a height greater than the Empire State Building.

The tightrope crossing will take place in a remote section of the canyon operated by the Navajo Nation Parks and Recreation. Discovery Channel will Capture the nail-biting, play-by-play live event at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT on Sunday, June 23.

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