Caught in the Act! ABC’s David Muir’s Jacket Trick Leaves Viewers Gasping!

An ABC news anchor is under fire—both figuratively and literally—for his fashion choices during live coverage of the Los Angeles wildfires. David Muir, one of America’s most recognized journalists, has been branded a “pathetic narcissist” after viewers noticed an unusual detail in his broadcast.

Muir was reporting live from the Pacific Palisades, one of the worst-affected areas hit by the raging blaze

He was seen using a clothespin to spruce up his fire jacket

The clamp seemed to tighten Muir’s jacket in a way that made his torso look more chiselled

While reporting on the catastrophic fires from Pacific Palisades, one of the most devastated areas, sharp-eyed viewers spotted a clothespin cinching the back of Muir’s ABC-branded fire jacket. The purpose? Critics claim it was to give him a more “butch” and chiseled appearance on camera.

The reaction online has been scathing. “He used clothes pins to pull in the fire jacket he’s wearing as a prop just so he would look snacky for TV,” one viewer remarked. Reality star Jack Osbourne didn’t hold back either: “Nice jacket, bro. Glad you look nice and svelte with those clothesline pegs while our city burns to the ground.” Fellow journalist Paul V Rea joined the pile-on, calling Muir “a fraud from head to toe.”

Style Over Substance?

The incident has sparked a heated debate about aesthetics in journalism, with many questioning whether Muir’s actions crossed the line. Social media lit up with reactions, calling him “pathetic” and “narcissistic.”

According to the New York Post, using pins or clamps to adjust clothing for TV broadcasts is a common practice. However, given the gravity of the situation—a wildfire wreaking havoc across Los Angeles—many felt Muir’s choice to prioritize appearance over authenticity was tone-deaf.

A City in Flames

The wildfire crisis gripping Los Angeles has reached apocalyptic proportions. Five major fires—the Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, Lidia, and Sunset fires—have scorched over 30,000 acres, leaving a trail of destruction.

Five lives lost
130,000 evacuated
Nearly 400,000 homes without power
2,000 buildings destroyed

Celebrity homes in affluent neighborhoods have been reduced to ash. Stars like Paris Hilton, Anthony Hopkins, and Billy Crystal are among those whose properties have been lost. The Sunset fire is now threatening iconic landmarks like the Hollywood sign and the Hollywood Bowl, putting the homes of Leonardo DiCaprio, Lady Gaga, and Quentin Tarantino at risk.

Firefighters Pushed to the Brink

As nearly 1,800 firefighters battle the relentless flames, LA Fire Chief Kristen Crowley described the situation as “unprecedented.” “We’re throwing all of our available resources at it as we speak,” Crowley said, highlighting active water drops and aerial bombardments.

However, conditions remain dire. Dry weather, hurricane-force winds, and exhausted crews have made containment efforts nearly impossible. Firefighters are “maxed out” and, in some areas, reportedly running out of water.

Firefighters battle a blaze inside Eliot Arts Magnet Middle School auditorium

A firefighting helicopter drops water on the Sunset fire

City manager Miguel Marquez called the past 22 hours “brutal.” He praised first responders for their heroic efforts, including police officers going door-to-door to evacuate residents. “We will not relent, we will heal, we will rebuild,” Marquez vowed.

Looting Amid Chaos

Adding to the tragedy, looting has been reported in fire-stricken areas. LA County Sheriff Robert Luna confirmed the arrest of three individuals accused of exploiting the disaster to steal from abandoned homes.

Celebrities Among the Victims

The wildfires have left even Hollywood’s elite devastated. Several A-listers have seen their homes destroyed, including:

John Goodman
Anthony Hopkins
Paris Hilton
Billy Crystal
Miles Teller

Paris Hilton said she was ‘heartbroken beyond words’ after her family house in Malibu burned down

Miles Teller’s home was tragically lost in the Pacific Palisades wildfire

Parts of Sunset Boulevard have been torched in the fire

Hope Amid the Ashes

Despite the devastation, stories of bravery and resilience shine through. From firefighters risking their lives to save others to neighbors banding together to help those in need, the human spirit remains unbroken.

While the criticism aimed at Muir rages online, the fires burning across Los Angeles are a stark reminder of what truly matters—community, courage, and the will to rebuild from the ashes.