WATCH: Walmart highlights growth at shareholders meeting; Lady Antebellum, One Republic among performers

Walmart Inc. employees and shareholders packed Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville on Friday for the retailer's annual star-studded celebration.

Actress Jennifer Garner served as emcee for the three-hour event, and Sofia Vergara dropped by to chat with Marc Lore, chief executive of Walmart E-commerce U.S., about her line of jeans that the store carries. Musical guests including Lady Antebellum, Neon Trees and Bebe Rexha entertained, with the band One Republic closing out the festivities.

Walmart founder Sam Walton's surviving children — Rob, Jim and Alice Walton — were present, along with other members of the extended Walton clan.

Between performances, Walmart executives highlighted the company's growth and achievements over the past year, especially in e-commerce and technological innovations. Each stressed the part that employees play in solving problems and contributing to the retailer's success.

If the video player isn't showing up at the top of this story, click here to watch the full shareholders meeting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAj2jAoev0g.

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