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David Muir Takes Holiday Week Off From ‘World News Tonight,’ Shares Rare Instagram With Dog Axel

Fans welcomed the holiday glimpse from the usually private anchor.

Overview

  • ABC’s David Muir is off the newscast for the holidays, with substitute anchors covering his broadcasts.
  • Rachel Scott anchored the Christmas Eve edition, with Whit Johnson among those filling in earlier in the week.
  • Muir posted a rare Instagram on December 24 captioned “merry christmas eve,” featuring photos of himself and his dog, Axel.
  • He followed with an Instagram Story showing Axel beside a gift wrapped in paper printed with the dog’s face and topped with a red bow.
  • Comments on the post were filled with holiday well-wishes and praise from viewers.