Lights fall on journalist, unfazed she doges and continues reporting. Twitter calls her a ‘legend’
The amazing journalist’s dedication to her work has impressed many.
If the phrase “keep calm and carry on” had a face it would be of news reporter Kristen Welker. This journalist from the US managed to dodge two falling lights during a live coverage and continue her reporting despite the distraction.
Welker was reporting live in D.C. when strong gusts of wind made the tall lighting fixtures crash to the ground. Unfazed, she continued her work and this impressive move from the reporter prompted several appreciative comments from people and many called her a ‘legend.’
Take a look at the amazing journalist whose dedication to her work has impressed many:
The video is now being shared by many. The reporter too replied to some such tweets – and in an absolutely witty manner. A news website that focuses on the National Football League shared the video and wrote “First-round pocket presence,” a football reference about new talent. To which, Welker answered:
People shared all kinds of tweets to appreciate the unflappable attitude of the reporter.
“If you can dodge a light stand you can dodge a ball,” wrote a Twitter user. “That looks like a scene from a supernatural thriller! Bravo Kristen!” expressed another. “Handled like a BOSS!” tweeted a third. “What a legend,” wrote a fourth.
Here’s how others tweeted:
What do you think of her calm attitude?
ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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