Nightline Full Broadcast — Monday, December 22, 2025

00:00 Intro
01:30 46-year-old learns her mom is accused of kidnapping her as a child
05:58 The year 2025: Celebrity romances and breakups that fueled headlines
10:55 The Elf on the Shelf celebrates 20th anniversary 
16:55 A very 'Philly' Christmas
18:37 Goodbye

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