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David Muir

David Muir is an American television journalist and news anchor best known as the anchor and managing editor of ABC World News Tonight and a co-anchor of ABC News' 20/20.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

David Muir is an American television journalist and news anchor best known as the anchor and managing editor of ABC World News Tonight and a co-anchor of ABC News' 20/20. Born in Syracuse, New York, he has worked for ABC News since 2003 and has anchored World News Tonight since 2014.

Early life and education

David Muir was born in Syracuse, New York, and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Ithaca College. His early interest in broadcast journalism led him into local reporting before he moved to national television news.

Career at ABC News

Muir joined ABC News in 2003 and became anchor of World News Tonight in September 2014. He has also served as a weekend anchor, chief substitute anchor, and co-anchor of 20/20.

Journalism and reporting

Muir has reported from major international and domestic events and has conducted high-profile interviews with political leaders. His work has included coverage of war zones, humanitarian crises, and major breaking news.

Awards and recognition

Muir has received multiple journalism honours, including Emmy Awards and Edward R. Murrow Awards. He has also been recognised with awards such as the George Polk Award and the Alfred I. duPont-Columbia Award.

Key facts

  • Muir joined ABC News in 2003 and became anchor of ABC World News Tonight in 2014, succeeding Diane Sawyer.
  • He is also a co-anchor of ABC's 20/20.
  • He is a graduate of Ithaca College.
  • He has been recognised with major journalism awards, including Emmy Awards and Edward R. Murrow Awards.
  • In 2021, he became ABC News' lead anchor for breaking news and special event coverage.
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Canadian context

David Muir is relevant to Canadian readers as a prominent North American broadcast journalist whose coverage of U.S. and international news is widely watched in Canada, particularly through ABC-linked news coverage and major election and breaking-news reporting.

Frequently asked questions

Who is David Muir?
David Muir is an American journalist and television news anchor best known for anchoring ABC World News Tonight and co-anchoring 20/20.
When was David Muir born?
He was born on November 8, 1973.
Where is David Muir from?
He was born in Syracuse, New York, in the United States.
What is David Muir's job at ABC?
He is the anchor and managing editor of ABC World News Tonight and a co-anchor of 20/20.
What did David Muir study?
He studied at Ithaca College and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree.
Has David Muir won awards?
Yes. He has received multiple journalism awards, including Emmy Awards and Edward R. Murrow Awards.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Muir
    Supports: Birth date and place, education, ABC roles, years active, successor to Diane Sawyer, 2021 ABC News lead anchor role.
  2. ABC News — https://abcnews.com/Author/David_Muir
    Supports: Current ABC roles as anchor and managing editor of World News Tonight and co-anchor of 20/20.
  3. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/movies-tv/david-muir
    Supports: Birth details, ABC News employment history, and career progression at ABC.
  4. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/david-muir/
    Supports: Birth date, occupation, ABC World News Tonight role, ABC News start date, and awards.
  5. USA Today — https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2024/09/10/who-is-david-muir-debate/75087967007/
    Supports: Current ABC role, education, debate-moderating experience, and awards.