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Diane Sawyer is leaving the "World News" anchor
desk and stepping into a new role where she will create innovative specials and
tackle big issues and ideas, ABC News President James Goldston announced today.
David Muir will become the anchor and managing editor of
"World News" in September, and George Stephanopoulos was named chief
anchor of ABC News, leading the network's coverage of breaking news and special
events.
Sawyer, who has led "World News" since 2009, will
begin her new role on Sept. 2 leading "a team which will create and
commission original reporting, big ideas and interviews," Goldston said.
Muir will take the reins of "World News" on Sept.
2.
"For more than a decade, David has been front and
center reporting on the biggest stories of our time, helping drive us forward
with tireless dedication, hard work and good humor," Goldston said.
"From Katrina to Egypt's Tahrir Square, from Fukushima to Newtown, David
has carefully guided our viewers through tragedy and world events with his
tough questions and trademark compassion."
Muir will continue to anchor "20/20" with
Elizabeth Vargas.
As chief anchor of ABC News, Stephanopoulos will take on the
responsibility of being the network's lead anchor for major special events and
breaking news.
Disney ABC Television Group Co-President Ben Sherwood
applauded the new appointments.
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