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His rise through the ranks of local reporting to the anchor chair was defined by a commitment to accuracy, even when the truth was inconvenient. Muir became known for his “vocal mastery” and a calm demeanor that could soothe a nation during times of “tears and tension.” Whether reporting from the front lines of a global conflict or the aftermath of a domestic disaster, his presence provided a sense of “unwavering grace” that viewers came to rely on. However, the relentless pace of a nightly broadcast—a 24/7 cycle of tragedies and political earthquakes—began to take a “vampire” load on his own well-being.
