Newsmakers

Newsmakers

Jenner lifts ‘20/20’ to top spot in ratings

NEW YORK

Bruce Jenner’s much-awaited interview on “20/20” lifted the ABC newsmagazine to the week’s top spot last week.

The two-hour broadcast, hosted by Diane Sawyer, centered on Jenner’s acknowledgment that he’s transitioning into a woman. It was seen by 17.1 million viewers.

But not far beyond this “big event” program was CBS’ “The Big Bang Theory,” a long-dependable hit that drew 14.6 million to take second place, according to the Nielsen company. It was followed by ABC’s “Dancing With the Stars” and the Tuesday edition of NBC’s “The Voice.”

For the week in prime time, CBS was the champ for the ninth-consecutive week, averaging 8.4 million viewers.

Associated Press