Wed Jul 23 22:50:00 UTC 2025: ## News Article: “World News Tonight” Anchor David Muir Reveals Childhood Obsession with News

**NEW YORK, NY** – David Muir, the familiar face delivering headlines to millions on ABC’s “World News Tonight,” recently opened up about his lifelong fascination with news in an interview with People Magazine. The notoriously private journalist revealed that his passion for current events began at a remarkably young age, setting him apart from his peers.

Muir described himself as a “nerd” who felt a “gravitational pull to the news” as early as 12 years old. While other children were playing, Muir would rush inside to watch the local news, captivated by anchors like Peter Jennings, whom he idolized as a “James Bond of the evening news.” Jennings, he said, represented a chance to “get out there beyond your backyard and see the world.”

Driven by his ambition, Muir started writing letters to local reporters, securing internships where he eagerly carried heavy equipment and rode in the back of police cruisers. “I was honestly the happiest kid,” Muir said, reminiscing about those early experiences. “Most kids were looking forward to summer vacation and I couldn’t wait to get into the back seat of that cruiser all over again.”

Muir credits his parents, Ronald Muir and Pat, who remained supportive despite their divorce, with nurturing his unusual passion. He fondly recalls his mother and father driving him to the television studios for his internships. “When most kids go off to do other things, I remember just begging them to take me to that TV station. I’m sure they dreaded it. Between the two of them, they had to get me there. To this day, I’m grateful they would drive me to 980 James St,” Muir told Syracuse.com.

Looking back, Muir sees those early experiences as a “defining moment” in his life. His dedication and early start helped pave the way for his current role as one of the most trusted voices in American journalism.

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