Rumors have circulated online regarding David Muir, the anchor of ABC News’ “World News Tonight,” announcing plans to leave the network, particularly in late June and early July 2025. However, these rumors have been debunked. Muir, who has been with ABC News since 2003 and took over as anchor on September 1, 2014, recently addressed the speculation during his July 1 appearance on “LIVE with Kelly and Mark,” reassuring fans that he is “not going anywhere.”
These false claims emerged predominantly from social media posts, including one from a celebrity news Facebook page called Bikesextreme, which falsely stated Muir’s exit and insinuated that his departure was due to complex reasons that might shock viewers. Links to sites featuring similarly misleading stories added to the confusion, but investigations showed that many of these narratives were generated using artificial intelligence, raising concerns about their authenticity.
In fact, past false rumors about Muir’s potential departure from ABC News have been associated with content created by AI, including misleading YouTube videos and articles. This isn’t the first time Muir has been the subject of unfounded speculation; other false claims included rumors about his personal life.
It’s important for viewers to remain discerning about sensational headlines and to verify information from credible sources. David Muir’s commitment to journalism remains strong, and he continues to be a trusted figure in news broadcasting.
This context serves as a reminder of the need for critical analysis of the information we encounter, especially on social media platforms. It is encouraging to see Muir reaffirm his position, as he has been a significant presence in the realm of news for nearly a decade.