Will Ganss
Will Ganss | |
|---|---|
| Born | |
| Alma mater | Fordham University |
| Occupation(s) | Journalist, reporter, producer |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Television | |
| Awards | 3 Daytime Emmy awards, Webby award |
Will Ganss is an American broadcast journalist, reporter, writer, and producer known for his work with ABC News. He has served in various capacities on programs such as Good Morning America and other digital platforms.[1]
Early life and education
Ganss was raised in Fort Worth, Texas. He later attended Fordham University, where he studied communications.[2][3]
Career
Ganss began his career at ABC News in 2012 as an intern on Good Morning America. Over time, he advanced through roles as an anchor producer, writer, and segment producer, before being promoted to multiplatform reporter in 2023.[4] The same year, Ganss was named “kindness correspondent” for GMA3’s "Cool to be Kind" campaign.[5] His reporting, recognized for its dynamism and human focus, spans traditional broadcast and digital media, garnering industry accolades including three Daytime Emmy Awards and a Webby Award.[1][4][6]
Personal life
Ganss has been candid about his personal journey and identity. He has stated that he recognized he was gay as early as junior high—explaining that even then, he felt more comfortable sitting with girls at lunch rather than with boys discussing stereotypical “guy” topics.[3][7]
References
- ^ a b "ABC News announces Will Ganss promoted to multiplatform reporter". Editor and Publisher. 2023-06-16. Retrieved 2025-03-07.
- ^ "Real Talk: An Alumni Panel". forever.fordham.edu. Retrieved 2025-03-07.
- ^ a b "Will Ganss: Embracing Sobriety and Authenticity". www.alcoholfree.com. Retrieved 2025-03-07.
- ^ a b "ABC News Promotes Will Ganss to Multiplatform Reporter". Adweek. June 2023. Retrieved March 6, 2025.
- ^ "Video 'Cool to Be Kind' campaign takes a look at 'Taste Project'". ABC News. GMA3. 2023-07-21. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
- ^ "1iota - Will Ganss". 1iota.com. Retrieved 2025-03-07.
- ^ "ABC's Will Ganss shares his coming out story". Good Morning America. ABC. Retrieved 2025-03-07.