Sophia Michaels
In a recent live broadcast covering the destructive wildfires in Southern California, ABC News’ David Muir raised eyebrows with his appearance. Reporting for “ABC World News Tonight with David Muir,” he donned a bright yellow jacket marked with the ABC News emblem while navigating through damaged neighborhoods and chatting with emergency personnel. Observant fans noted that Muir had adjusted the fit of his jacket using clothespins at the back, as shared by a user on X, previously known as Twitter.
David Muir appears to be using clothespins to keep his jacket fitted while reporting on the devastating LA fires
Video via @JackOsbourne pic.twitter.com/EnaD1YFW8o
— Jon Levine (@LevineJonathan) January 9, 2025
The response was swift, with many viewers criticizing Muir’s choice as being superficial amidst a disaster. Comments included remarks like, “The vanity of @DavidMuir is OFF the charts!” and posts featuring humorous references to characters known for their vanity. Notably, Jack Osbourne humorously pointed out Muir’s fashion misstep as the city faced a crisis. Megyn Kelly also condemned Muir’s wardrobe decision during a segment on SiriusXM’s “The Megyn Kelly Show,”, questioning the appropriateness of such attire in a grave moment.
Defenses Emerged for Muir’s Choice
Despite the backlash, some fans defended Muir, suggesting practical reasons for his tailored look. One user remarked that the jacket’s flapping could interfere with sound equipment in windy conditions, while another speculated that the adjustment helped secure Muir’s microphone. Others humorously noted that altering his jacket’s fit didn’t harm anyone and even referred to Muir fondly, indicating that a little fashion statement is acceptable.
Regardless, Muir has acknowledged his tendency towards vanity in previous interviews, admitting to being aware of his own image on camera. While Megyn Kelly criticized him for allegedly “pretending to be a fireman,” it’s clear he was covering an important story directly from the disaster zone rather than sitting in a studio providing commentary.
