Hurricane Milton Isn’t Anderson Cooper’s First Time Facing Danger on the Job, 3 Instances When His Bravery Shone Bright
- Most recently, Anderson Cooper suffered a blow by falling debris during torrential rains and Hurricane Milton in Florida.
- While Egypt was simmering in violence and chaos, the CNN reporter was trying to get to the bottom of the issue and convey the findings.
- As he interviewed the stepfather of the girl who died in the incident, Cooper remembered to be a human being first.
Famous for facing any danger that comes his way only to report accurate and prompt news, journalist Anderson Cooper does justice to his profession with every tough assignment. He braves all weather and even risks his life on the job.
Most recently, he suffered a blow by falling debris during torrential rains and Hurricane Milton in Florida. Nothing could stop the man from delivering the news and adding value to viewers’ knowledge of the situation.
The conditions were deteriorating by the second, and yet Cooper chose to finish the segment before heading to safety. This is definitely not the first time Cooper has shown exceptional dedication to the job as several instances in the past prove his bravery and determination.
Anderson Cooper Saved a Boy in Haiti
The journalist has traveled over 40 countries since his career began in 1992. Anderson Cooper’s bravery and empathy shone brightest when he reported on the earthquake and subsequent civil unrest that shook Haiti. The Caribbean country was in a state of massive chaos, and Cooper managed to give CNN viewers a picture of the reality of the situation.
In the process, he came across a young boy who was hit by concrete on his head. Looters and other thieves were spread across Haiti and were causing further harm. Cooper was able to save the boy who was bleeding from his forehead and get him to safety. The journalist proved that it does not take a lot to be empathetic and courageous when the moment calls for it.
Surviving an Attack in Cairo
Despite being strong enough to tackle anyone to the ground, Cooper maintained his calm when a group of angry mobsters attacked him and his crew in Egypt. While the country was simmering in violence and chaos, the CNN reporter was trying to get to the bottom of the issue and convey the findings.
While the government advised American citizens to move out of the country as soon as possible, Cooper chose to follow his gut and remained there for a few more days. What’s more, people didn’t seem to see through his inner fear and panic over staying in such a situation, rather they chose to heckle him for promoting his self-interest and doing things for publicity.
Not losing his Humanity in the Process
People expect journalists to be cold and indifferent to be unbiased towards an issue. However, there are instances when your blood boils over a crime and you cannot help but empathize with the victims. When a brutal shooting at the Robb Elementary School took place in 2022, Cooper reported the situation on CNN.
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As he interviewed the stepfather of the girl who died in the incident, Cooper remembered to be a human being first. He comforted the person and gave him enough time to talk. Rather than badgering him with questions, the journalist helped him share his true feelings. Cooper even expressed his condolences and ensured the stepfather could find some solace in talking about his daughter.
