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Charles Gibson, another pillar of the network’s history, spoke of being disarmed by Michele’s fearless honesty. In an industry often characterized by egos and high stakes, Michele was the rare soul who spoke truth to power. Whether it was an anchor, a producer, or a guest, everyone knew that Michele’s feedback was rooted in a deep love for the craft and a desire for perfection. This honesty created a foundation of trust that allowed anchors like David Muir to thrive. Muir, who has become the defining voice of World News Tonight, spoke of Michele with a vulnerability rarely seen in a newsman of his stature. He described her as his “partner in crime,” expressing a sense of disbelief that the woman who had been by his side through every nervous first night and every historical broadcast was truly heading home to Kentucky.
