David Muir honoured at TIME100 Gala, recalls moment with late Pope Francis
David Muir, anchor and managing editor of World News Tonight with David Muir and co-anchor of 20/20, was celebrated at the 2025 TIME100 Gala held at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City on April 24.Muir was recently named among TIME magazine's 100 most influential people of the year, joining other notable honorees including Demi Moore, Jalen Hurts, Adrien Brody, and Gisle Pelicot.advertisementWhile on the red carpet, Muir recalled moderating a groundbreaking 2015 town hall with Pope Francis, conducted in Spanish. The town hall was unprecedented, and Muir described the experience as deeply humbling. Reflecting on his first meeting with the late pontiff, who passed away days before the gala, Muir said, 'He was extraordinarily compassionate, moving, and human.' Muir will now lead ABC News' special coverage from the Vatican, reporting on the Pope's funeral and related events.
Speaking to WABC7 reporter Joelle Garguilo, Muir reflected on his teenage years. At 13, he had a desire to explore beyond his surroundings. He credited the staff at his local TV station — who welcomed his enthusiasm — for nurturing that ambition. 'I'm grateful to them,' he said, acknowledging the start of his journey into broadcast journalism.advertisementWhen asked by Good Morning America about the most influential people in his life, Muir named his parents, early mentors at his local station, and ABC veteran Diane Sawyer. 'Diane's an inspiration. She's the real icon,' he said, expressing gratitude for her guidance and presence in his career.Diane Sawyer's Heartfelt WordsSawyer penned Muir's TIME100 tribute, praising his frontline reporting—from conflict zones to climate crises—and his unwavering dedication to truth. 'Now he's the anchor chosen for interviews by Popes and Presidents. He shows up calm, respectful, and fearless,' she wrote, highlighting his transformation from a determined teen to a respected global journalist.Also Read: What's coming and going on CBS: 2025–26 renewals, cancellations, and new showsMuir's recognition at the TIME100 Gala not only celebrates his journalistic excellence but also his lasting impact on the world stage.
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