David Muir is best know for hosting World News Tonight and 20/20 but the anchor turned his talents to GMA on Thursday for a dangerous assignment.
At the top of the morning show, David was introduced as one of four hosts who had bravely fled to Florida to report on the devastation of Hurricane Milton.
David lead the way as the first to address George Stephanopoulos, Michael Strahan, and Rebecca Jarvis, who were in the safety of the Good Morning America studios in New York.
Dressed in an ABC News rain jacket, David looked a far cry from his suited appearance at the news desk as he detailed the harrowing storm situation.
Video was also posted on the show's Instagram where fans urged him and the rest of the GMA team in Florida, to stay safe.
© Getty ImagesWhile David was a welcomed member of the team, there was also a noticeable absence with Robin Roberts nowhere to be seen.
She did however, update her social media followers with her whereabouts and shared a video from home and explained why.
"Good morning," she wrote alongside her video message. "Not on GMA today so I can attend a dear friend’s father’s homegoing service in TX.
© Getty Images"But Glam Fam & I know this is a difficult time for many in the path of Hurricane Milton and our thoughts and prayers are with them."
She expressed sincerity in the clip as she said she was thinking of all the people who had lost their homes or loved ones in the hurricane.
© InstagramDavid has a long and decorated career as a news anchor with his passion for delivering news and heart-hitting stories beginning at an early age.
He started his career at WTVH as an intern in his hometown of Syracuse, New York. Recently, he recalled some of the best advice he got when he was struggling to get a story from the confines of newsroom.
© Instagram"This veteran reporter sitting in front of me and turned around and just said, 'you know, in order to get the story, you just have to go out there. Just go get it.' I thought that was one of the most valuable pieces of advice I ever received as a journalist."
David was conducting a Q&A at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, when he spoke about how to be a good journalist.
© ABC"A lot of reporting is just listening," he explained. "People have very common fears and concerns, whether they have a family, taxes, education, crime, safety at the borders. We have Israel and Hamas. It’s an overwhelming time. But no matter what the story is, I think one of the most important attributes of a reporter who is going to connect with the audience, is someone who truly listens."
GMA presenters at a glance
Robin Roberts
Started her career as a sports anchor for local television, becoming GMA co-anchor in 2005.
George Stephanopolous
Served as White House communications director during the Bill Clinton administration, joining GMA as political commentator in 2009.
Ginger Zee
Chief meteorologist and chief climate correspondent for ABC News, joining GMA in 2013.
Michael Strahan
Started his career as a defensive end for the New York Giants, joining the show in 2016.
Lara Spencer
Correspondent for Nightline and ABC News, and television producer for her own DuffKat Media, joining GMA in 2011.
