On-screen, ABC World News Tonight anchor David Muir is dedicated and honest. Few facts have been revealed about his personal life and dating history throughout the years.
Who’s David Muir?
In Syracuse, New York, David Muir was born on November 8, 1973. From childhood, he understood what he wanted. He still adores it.
He anchors ABC World News Tonight and is an Emmy winner as of 2024. His show draws millions of viewers each night, and the 51-year-old is a household name. Several accolades have been given to him for his work and appearance.
David Muir dates
David’s private life has long intrigued. amorous bonds. However, the Syracuse native maintains his personal life secret, unlike many public celebrities.
Muir has prioritized his job and personal boundaries over sharing specifics about his romances, despite fans’ curiosity.
He never declared a connection.
David Muir has never verified any romantic connections.
David Muir has rarely commented about his dating life, despite several rumors.
David Muir adores his parents
David Muir often talks about how his parents shaped his profession. Since childhood, Muir has thanked his family, especially his parents, for nurturing his love of journalism.
He says, “I’m grateful to my parents for driving me into that TV station when I was a kid.
David typically credits his Central New York upbringing for his work choice.
“Those voices drive me every night to put together this national broadcast. As a native of Upstate New York, I see the problems, anxieties, and hopes of its people across the nation. And that motivates me today,” he told Syracuse.com in 2018.
David Muir has a close relationship with his sister, Rebecca, who owns a farm in Borodino, New York.
His social media posts show his travels to her farm. David is also quite involved with her family.
The ABC anchor happily declared himself a “proud uncle” in 2021 after his niece, Finan Malcolm, graduated from Cornell University. After a year-long COVID-19 pandemic delay, the milestone was significant.
He has two younger step-siblings from his father’s second marriage, expanding his family.
Unmarried David Muir
Though one of the most eligible bachelors in news, Muir has never been married. No marriage or proposal is recorded or publicized.
Many believe his difficult career, which compels him to travel and work long hours, contributed to his single status.
Dating Kate Dries?
Muir has been linked to various persons by tabloids and social media, but these reports are unproven.
Kate Dries’ 2015 Jezebel satire, “Report Indicates My Boyfriend David Muir Is a ‘Monster.‘” caught attention. The fun story had readers question if she and the World News Tonight anchor were dating.
In the comments, Dries joked about “breakups” and said, “David speaks of you fondly.” Despite appearing funny, the rumors continued. Some believed the two were close friends who traveled to Europe together. It left everyone guessing about Muir’s love life, whether for laughs or more.
The gay rumors
David Muir gay? Due to his private life and refusal to discuss his sexuality, David Muir’s sexuality has been rumored for years.
Fans and journalists have admired Muir’s silence, realizing that his sexuality doesn’t matter to his career.
Relationship with Kelly Ripa
Kelly Ripa is David Muir’s closest non-family friend. The two have been close for years, possibly from David’s early days at ABC’s World News Tonight.
It appears Kelly was one of the first to discover his talent (and nice looks). After seeing one of his reports, she emailed him, “Dude, you looked amazing tonight.”
David Muir co-hosting tomorrow and my reaction. My general impression of David Muir 😍😍🌎💫🔥
By Kelly Ripa on Sunday, February 12, 2017.
David posted a sweet Instagram snapshot of them hanging out, sparking rumors that they may be more than pals. Kelly married Mark Consuelos in 1996, ending rumors that she was dating David. Good pals, their relationship is a fan favorite.
Quality time together
Kelly, Mark, and David have taken multiple holidays together, including a 2023 trip to Greece.
David Muir visits Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos in the Hamptons every summer to spend time together. In November 2022, World News Tonight’s host discussed summer traditions with Kelly on Live.
”I kind of miss our weekends together,” Kelly said in the episode. David recalled their summer pool parties and barbecues. Kelly said her kids adored David for picnics and other fun activities. Their relationship obviously goes beyond work and into family.
“You are a great grill master; your cheeseburgers are delicious,” Kelly Ripa said in the episode. She laughed, “Joaquin would rather eat at David’s than anywhere else on earth.”
Axel dominates his life.
David Muir has attracted almost half a million Instagram followers with his adorable photos, heartwarming family updates, heartbreaking moments with his dog, and behind-the-scenes World News Tonight clips.
His lovely German Shorthaired Pointer, Axel, joined Muir in mid-2019 as a puppy and featured on his Instagram feed.
