RTVI US CELEBRATES ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY:

RTVI US CELEBRATES ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY:
A MILESTONE FOR THE MEDIA BRAND AND ANNIVERSARY GALA IN NEW YORK
On October 29, 2025, RTVI US celebrates its 25th anniversary—a significant milestone in the history of Russian-language media in the United States. Since its launch in 2000, RTVI US has become a platform that connects and represents the Russian-speaking community in the United States—a community comprised of diverse waves of emigration, generations, cultural traditions, and professional groups. This mission remains unchanged: to provide reliable information, support dialogue, and reflect the diversity of life in America.
Over a quarter of a century, the company has evolved from a classic television channel into a modern multi-platform ecosystem, combining TV broadcasting, an information portal, YouTube channels, and digital platforms.
"Over 25 years on air, we've become closer to our audience: daily news without unnecessary noise, new analytical and lifestyle segments, regular weekly summaries, and—most importantly—bold experiments with projects. Our updated studio has expanded our format and creative capabilities, and FAST/OTT has made us accessible on any screen. Thanks to our partners and viewers, we tell truly important stories—about the people, ideas, and initiatives that make America stronger, more diverse, and more united. Our belief in independent media and open dialogue makes our mission possible," emphasized RTVI US COO Mikhail Romanovsky.
In honor of its 25th anniversary, RTVI US will hold an event in New York City. The event will take place on October 29, 2025, in Midtown Manhattan. The event will bring together approximately 250 distinguished guests, including New York State Senator Stephen T. Chen, New York State Assemblymember Alec Brooke-Krasny, New York City Councilmember Inna Vernikov, Kings County Conservative Party Chair Francis Vella-Marrone, and other invited dignitaries, RTVI US partners, and community leaders.
The event aims to remind the American and Russian-speaking communities of RTVI US's role in the history of emigration and the Russian-speaking community, and to highlight the brand's social significance and its contribution to the development of independent journalism, civic engagement, and multicultural connections. The evening will also serve as an opportunity to formally congratulate the editorial board and team.
The anniversary evening will be held with the support of sponsors Tsar Caviar, Levin GRP, ETVnet; general partners - SkyWise, ARAGVI, Farida, Roezen Skincare, Kartina TV, Geometria Media Company, Diana Bagrationi Foundation, Ellina Graypel and Jazz Delight Orchestra, DJ Al G. Savransky,
Nora Nuriddinova, Joffrey Ballet School, Edelweiss Floral Atelier; media partners - RusRek, Freedom FM, The Bukharian Times, Radio Vera.
Context
In 2024, RTVI US completed a major rebranding, introduced the "Ecosystem 360" concept, and launched new programs: "US: News," "US: Circumstances," "Context of the Week," "American Morning," and the updated "On Duty America."
These changes have cemented RTVI US's position as a modern media brand, combining traditional journalism and digital solutions, including distribution via FAST/OTT models.
For reference
RTVI US is an American media company that has been serving Russian-speaking and Eastern European communities in the United States and around the world for 25 years. The media brand includes the RTVI US television channel, two YouTube channels – "RTVI US" and "Once Upon a Time in America," the news portal rtvi.us, the RTVI US Telegram channel, and social media communities. As a multi-platform media outlet, RTVI US is committed to the principles of impartial, honest, and objective journalism. In addition to daily news broadcasts, the company produces analytical programs, talk shows, and cultural projects that foster dialogue, strengthen mutual understanding, and reflect the diversity of American life.
The company's slogan, "Connected by culture, united by language," reflects RTVI US's mission to be a platform for honest dialogue and unite audiences around shared values.