David Muir
Anchor • Journalist
Birth Date: November 8, 1973
Age: 52 years old
Birth Place: Syracuse, New York
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David Muir, born November 8, 1973, in Syracuse, New York, is a renowned American journalist and television anchor. He is best known as the anchor and managing editor of ABC's "World News Tonight with David Muir" (ABC, 2014-present), a program that consistently ranks as one of the most-watched news broadcasts in the United States. Muir's journalistic integrity and compelling storytelling have earned him numerous awards, including multiple Emmy and Edward R. Murrow Awards.
Muir began his career as a local reporter in Syracuse before joining ABC News in 2003. He quickly rose to prominence through his in-depth reporting on major events, including natural disasters, political elections, and international crises. His fearless coverage has taken him to conflict zones around the globe, such as Iraq, Afghanistan, and Haiti, where he reported on the aftermath of the devastating earthquake in 2010.
In addition to his nightly news duties, Muir has helmed high-profile interviews and special reports, including exclusives with world leaders like former U.S. President Barack Obama and Pope Francis. He has also contributed to programs like "20/20" (ABC, 2005-present), showcasing his versatility as a journalist.
Known for his dedication to delivering unbiased and impactful news, Muir continues to be a trusted voice in American journalism.
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9/11 Tribute in Light: Live from Lower ManhattanStream
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Dolly Parton: An American Original -- Special Edition of 20/20
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Seven Natural Wonders of America With David Muir
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Disney Celebrates AmericaStream
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Disney Celebrates AmericaStream
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Shockwaves: The Attack on Iran -- ABC News Special
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The Year: 2025
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The American Pope: Leo XIV -- Special Edition of 20/20
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Celebrating Francis: The People's Pope
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The Second Inauguration of Donald J. Trump -- An ABC News Special
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The Second Inauguration of Donald J. Trump -- A Special Edition of Good Morning America
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The Second Inauguration of Donald J. Trump
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American Catastrophe: LA Burning -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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The Year: 2024
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Election Night 2024: Your Voice/Your Vote
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2024
Secret Life of Diddy: A Special Edition of 20/20
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The ABC News Presidential Debate Simulcast
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The Democratic National Convention -- Your Voice/Your Vote 2024
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Biden Stands Down: The Race for the White House
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The Republican National Convention -- Your Voice/Your Vote 2024
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ABC News Special: Trump Assassination Attempt Minute by Minute
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ABC News Special: The Race for the White House
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Eclipse Across America
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The State of the Union and the Republican Response
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Super Tuesday: Your Voice Your Vote 2024
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Bad RomanceStream
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The New Hampshire Primary Debate -- Your Voice Your Vote 2024: An ABC News Special
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The Year: 2023
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Israel at War: Living in Terror -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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Live with Kelly and MarkStream
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The State of the Union and the Republican Response
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The Year: 2022
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Breaking With the President: The Mike Pence Interview -- David Muir Reporting
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Queen Elizabeth II: Passing of the Crown -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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Queen Elizabeth II: A Royal Life - A Special Edition of 20/20
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The Zelenskyy Interview: 'No Compromise'-David Muir Reporting
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Attack on the Capitol: The Investigation -- An ABC News Special
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Attack on the Capitol: The Investigation -- An ABC News Special
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Attack on the Capitol: The Investigation -- An ABC News Special
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Putin's War: The Battle to Save Ukraine: A Special Edition of 20/20
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2022
The State of the Union and the Republican Response
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2022
The Year: 2021
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2021
The Sinfluencer of Soho
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2021
9/11 Twenty Years Later: America Remembers
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2021
ABC News Special Coverage of the Funeral
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2021
The Year: 2020
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2020
Your Voice/Your Vote: Election 2020 -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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Your Voice/Your Vote: Election 2020 -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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Your Voice/Your Vote: Election 2020 -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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Your Voice/Your Vote: Election 2020 -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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Your Voice/Your Vote: Election 2020 -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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Your Voice/Your Vote: Election 2020 -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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Your Voice/Your Vote: Election 2020 -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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Your Voice/Your Vote: Election 2020 -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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Your Voice/Your Vote: Election 2020 -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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Your Voice/Your Vote: Election Night 2020
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2020
Trump vs. Biden: The Final Presidential Debate -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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2020
The Republican National Convention -- Your Voice/Your Vote 2020
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2020
The Ticket: The First Interview -- A Special Edition of 20/20
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The Democratic National Convention -- Your Voice/Your Vote 2020
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2020
GMA3: What You Need to Know
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2020
America in Pain: What Comes Next? (An ABC News Special)
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2020
ABC News: The Democratic Debate
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2020
World News Tonight Prime With David Muir
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2020
The State of the Union and the Democratic Response
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2020
The Year: 2019
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2019
ABC News Democratic Candidates Debate
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2019
The Year: 2018
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2018
The Royal Wedding: A Special Edition of Good Morning America
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2018
The Year: 2017
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2017
Truth and Lies: The Murder of Laci Peterson
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2017
Live with Kelly and RyanStream
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2017
Live with Kelly and RyanStream
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2017
President Trump -- The White House Interview
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2017
The Year: 2016
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2016
ABC News Your Voice Your Vote - Election Night 2016
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2016
The President and the People: Race in America
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2016
The Year: 2015
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2015
The Year: 2014
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2014
The Meredith Vieira Show
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2014
ABC World News Tonight With David Muir
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2014
20/20: The Life and Death of Robin Williams
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2014
20/20 on OWN
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2013
20/20 on OWN
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ABC News Your Voice Your Vote 2012
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2012
Live! With Kelly and Michael
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2012
Live! With Kelly and Michael
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LIVE with KellyStream
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Republican Debate
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The Chew
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2011
ABC World News With David Muir
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ABC News Specials
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Primetime: UFOs ... Seeing Is Believing
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Rachael Ray Show
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Jimmy Kimmel Live!Stream
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The ViewStream
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Entertainment TonightStream
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Nightline
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20/20Stream
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20/20Stream
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20/20Stream
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ABC World News Saturday
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Anderson Cooper, David Muir & ’60 Minutes’ Win at News & Documentary Emmys
NBC, ABC & CBS Evening News Ratings Surprise: Whose Viewership Is Up?
CBS, NBC & ABC Evening News Ratings Show Big Swings
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CBS Evening News Ratings Show Big Swing Since Norah O’Donnell Exit
NBC Nightly News: Tom Llamas Ratings Revealed After Replacing Lester Holt
Diane Sawyer Pays Sweet Tribute to David Muir as He’s Named One of Time’s 100 Most Influential People
ABC, NBC & CBS Evening News Ratings Revealed: Who’s on Top?
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