In a recent survey conducted by Morning Consult and The Hollywood Reporter, the trustworthiness of TV news anchors was put to the test. The results revealed that Lester Holt, the anchor of NBC Nightly News, emerged as the most trusted TV news personality, with 65% of respondents expressing a lot or some trust in him.
The survey also highlighted other notable figures in the TV news landscape. ABC’s David Muir and CBS’s Norah O’Donnell followed closely behind Holt in terms of trustworthiness among evening news anchors. Among morning show hosts, Robin Roberts from Good Morning America and Al Roker from Today were the most trusted personalities.
On cable news, Chris Wallace from CNN and Anderson Cooper from CNN and 60 Minutes were among the most trusted hosts. However, Tucker Carlson from Fox News was found to be the most divisive, with 49% of respondents expressing little to no trust in him.
The survey also shed light on the importance of trust in news consumption, with a significant portion of respondents indicating that they stopped watching a news program due to political disagreements. Additionally, the data revealed that social media has become a primary source of political news for many, surpassing traditional news outlets.
Overall, the survey provided valuable insights into the evolving landscape of TV news and the trustworthiness of its prominent personalities. It highlighted the importance of trust in news consumption and the impact of political polarization on viewership.