David Muir faces backlash for adjusting his jacket during a live wildfire report in Los Angeles
Los Angeles: A top news anchor is in hot water after being caught adjusting his firefighter’s jacket during a live broadcast. David Muir, from ABC, was seen using a clothespin to make his jacket fit better while reporting on the devastating wildfires.
While he was live from the Pacific Palisades, one of the hardest-hit areas, viewers noticed the clip holding his jacket together. It seemed to give him a more chiseled look, which didn’t sit well with many watching at home.
People quickly took to social media, calling him a “pathetic narcissist” for trying to look good while the city was in crisis. One viewer even pointed out how he was more focused on his appearance than the destruction around him.
Critics included TV producer Jack Osbourne, who sarcastically commented on Muir’s appearance while the city burned. Others echoed similar sentiments, calling him a fraud and saying he was just trying to look “snacky” for the camera.
While some argue that using clothespins is a common practice in TV, Muir’s actions drew major criticism. The wildfires have forced over 130,000 people to evacuate, with many homes, including those of celebrities, reduced to ashes.
As the fires rage on, the focus should be on the devastation and the brave firefighters battling the flames, not on how a news anchor looks on screen. The situation is dire, and it’s a reminder of what really matters in times of crisis.
