when i started doing nightline, the tonight show nightline and in those days cbs did reruns of a cop show. among the three of us, we represented 70% of the audience that was watching television at 11:30 at night. 70%. these days the three programs that are on at that time, the tonight show, cbs and abc whatever they have on at 11:30 at night. among the three of them, they probably only have about 30 or 35%. in other words, half or less than half the audience. >> i think that might be generous, but we will check those numbers. >> what is your sense of whether or not the attack, the vicious and unrelenting attack that president trump has leveled against the media, has that or will that have a debilitating effect? >> it clearly does in the eyes of those who are supporters of president trump. i did a fair amount of lecturing. i was doing a lecture tour a couple weeks back, and night after night after night i was talking to audiences of about 2500 people. and i would say to them, how many of you here listen to rush limbau limbaugh, about 2500 people, 4 or 5 hands would go up, whatever you

♪ >>> this is a special edition of "nightline." "trump under fire."hock waves across washington >>> this is a special edition of "nightline." "trump under fire." >> good even. thanks for joining us. another astonishing turn of events out of washington. the newly appointed special counsel taking over the investigation into russia's meddling in the u.s. election. this as the trump administration battles a barrage of attacks over his handling of sensitive classified information. tonight lawmakers on both sides of the aisle demanding answers. here's abc's david wright. >> reporter: tonight at the department of justice, breaking news. >> we are coming on the air now with major news. >> the u.s. justice department announced this evening -- >> this a special counsel has been appointed -- >> reporter: the big announcement, there's a new sheriff in town, a special counsel who will now take over the ongoing investigation into russian meddling in the november election. deputy attorney general rob rosenstein chose former fbi director robert mueller for the job. >

and our "nightline" facebook page.t, america. >> i have no idea how much money i'll be giving away today. could be $50,000, it could be a million. but i can promise you that whatever happens, it won't be boring. so stay right there, it's time to play "who wants to be a millionaire." [cheers and applause] [dramatic music] ♪ hey, everybody, welcome to the show. are you guys ready to play "millionaire" today? [cheer let's do it. our first contestant put his family and friends through the wringer to determine who would be his plus one. sounds like a smart man to me. from staten island, new york, please welcome alex fumelli. [cheers and applause] how you doing, alex? welcome. welcome. [cheers and applause] alex, welcome to "millionaire." >> thank you. >> i like that, because--okay, so the "plus one" is one of your lifelines here on "millionaire," and they sit behind you and they can come up and help you with one question. and most people, you know, just pick a family member or somebody, but you--you are smart. you said what

>>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, decoding mcafee. he's the tech genius behind your anti-virus software who went from multimillionaire to international fugitive. >> why go on the run? >> because if i didn't go on the run i'd be a dead man now. >> now john mcafee in a no holds barred interview. >> you're asking the most ridiculous thing. >> as he tries to sound at larm on cyber security. >> our security is being eroded and we have no more privacy. >>> and -- ♪ the it boys of the '90s who mm-bopped their way to the tocchet charts, now all grown up and mmm-back. ♪ with a new single "i was born." how this band of brothers is staying true to their music. >>> plus bumper to bumper. melissa mccarthy takes her act to the streets of new york city ahead of her big "snl" return as sean spicer. but first the "nightline" 5. >>> number 1 ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ to take advantage of this offer on a volvo s90, visit your local dealer. >>> good evening. thank you for joining us. he's the elusive and eccentric millionaire behind the household name that's protected

this special edition of "nightline" will be right back. >>> this is a special edition of "nightline." "concert terror attack." >> good evening. we are dedicating our entire show to the fast-moving developments out of england in the wake of the horrific attack on the ariana grande concert. children, teens, and families targeted. tonight the british prime minister has put the entire country on its highest threat level warning another attack could be imminent. meanwhile, we're learning much more about the suspect. we begin here tonight with abc terry moran in manchester, terry? >> reporter: dan, tonight manchester is quiet. it's been quiet all day. a great city subdued in shock and sorrow. about what happened right back there at the manchester arena. the terror attack at the end of aria ariana grande's concert. 22 dead, 59 injured, so many of the victims young people, teenagers, even children. we're learning more tonight about the 22-year-old british-born attacker and about those harrowing moments of carnage and courage and love. ♪ >> reporter: they came out on a school night to see thei

>>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, marry me. it's the latest twist on wedded bliss. women around the world getting married to themselves. >> i've been told i'm a great catch, and today i'm catching myself. >> complete with white gowns, engagement rings, and walks down the aisle. how much do you love yourself? >> i'm getting engaged. to myself. i don't want you to think i'm some kind of nut job. >>> plus a climate for conflict. our journey to a nation torn by war, under threat of terrorism, now ravaged by severe drought. >> we keep each other alive because this environment is not giving us anymore. >> food shortages forcing desperate families to flee. why this once lush country has become a desert wasteland. >>> and warnings. from isis to the levees breaking in new orleans to the "challenger" explosion. former national security official richard clarke sounding the alarm about what he says are preventable catastrophes and the threats he claims are being ignored today. but first, the "nightline" 5. >>> number 1 in just 60 seconds. ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ to take advantage of this o

>>> this is "nightline." >> tonight -- >> cody! >> i didn't do that! >> the family behind youtube channel daddy o five rising to fame and some say small fortune with home videos of so-called pranks. >> it was more for shock value. >> no one is laughing now. angry backlash from viewers, the parents aaccused of inflicting trauma, two of the children temporarily removed from the home. >> videos are exaggerated. >> you be the judge. is this just a joke? >>> plus space cadets. with the stars of the anti-superhero blockbuster "guardians of the galaxy volume 2." the surprising revolution from kurt russell. some hard-core diet advice from chris pratt. >> if you don't have a reason to be skinny, don't do it. >> also why the sequel is even more fun than the original. >>> plus tonight, toast of the town. behind the greens of the new avocado-themed restaurant. how you can bring your avocados to rapid ripeness. first here are the "nightline 5." >> i was out here smoking instead of being here for my son's winning shot. that was it for me. that's why i'm quitting wit

"nightline" is next. good night! >>> this is "nightline." >> tonight the breaking news. a stunning report that president trump shared classified information about possible terror attacks with the russians. but vehement denials tonight from two top administration officials. >>> plus, a family's pledge. >> it looked like he got hit by a car. he was in bad shape. >> the family of the penn state student who died after a fraternity hazing ritual speaking out about those heartbreaking hospital moments. >> the nurse brought me forward, told me to kiss him good-bye. >> new details from a grand jury report that shocked his long-time girlfriend. who the family now says must be held accountable. >> they treated him like a rag doll, like he was road kill. >>> and made in the shade. fifth harmony singer normani interview mishap that led to months of cybertorment. >> i got bullied like terribly on social media. it was really ugly. >> how she turned her darkest days of catching shade and racist hatred into that perfect score performance on "dancing with the stars." >> 10! >> there you

oh that you whisper ♪ >>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, murder in paradise. couple's tropical getaway in belize takes a horrific turn. found murdered, strangled to death. what happened on that caribbean night? the danger lurking in some trendy destinations. and tips to keep you safe. >>> plus, black enough? a college beauty crowned miss black university of texas. but the after-glow coming to a screeching halt. >> she's clearly the lightest damn near white-looking black woman -- >> fierce backlash over her complexi complexi complexion. why she says blackness is more than skin deep. >> you get away with murder because you look more like them than i do. that's your white skin privilege. >>> forever in vogue. ♪ "free your mind" with one of the most popular r&b vocal groups of all-time. what to expect from their new summer album. but first the "nightline 5." >>> allergy muddlers, are you one sneeze away from being voted out of the carpool? try zyrtec. it starts working hard at hour one and works twice as hard when you take it the next day. stick with zyrtec and mu

>>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, torture tapes. elite iraqi soldiers leading the fight against isis hailed as heros on social media, praised by the u.s. military. but footage from a whistle-blower telling a very different story. graphic scenes of torture and murder caught on camera. these soldiers beating civilians. >> this is just torture for fun. >> smiling through sadistic acts of violence with no intelligence value. >> this is happening all the time? >> it's happening all the time. >>> plus, pay more? payless car rental promising a low price online but the better business bureau issuing a warning. complaints for extra fees customers say they didn't want. we took hidden cameras to the rental counter. >> that's not included in the rate. >> what we found what you should know before renting a car. first the "nightline 5." >> mm, this new beneful grain free is so healthy. good chicken. here come the accents. blueberries and pumpkin, wow. spinach, that was my favorite bite so far. >> new beneful grain free. out with the grain, in wit

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[ cheers and applause ] >>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, spilling secrets? another bombshell development, a memo from fbi director james comey reportedly saying president trump asked him to shut down the investigation into the former national security adviser mike flynn. and damage control. >> we had a very, very successful meeting with the foreign minister of russia. >> the president answering reports that he divulged sensitive information to russian officials. the fallout on both sides of aisle. did the president's disclosure put anybody at risk? >>> plus -- ♪ shimmy shimmy >> on a fly note -- ♪ sha la la >> jason derulo talks life on the road in a changing business. >> the music industry is finally figuring out what the hell we're doing. >> the debut of his upscale clothing line in his new video. >>> this is going to be fun. >> back on the sofa. it's the blockbuster reunion 20 years in the making. the original cast of "roseanne" returning to primetime for a brand-new season. why they say the time is right for a comeback. but first the "nightline 5." >> i'

>>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, boarding school secrets. elite private schools with distinguished alumni confronting disturbing reports of sexual misconduct. >> you lose your voice, you lose your soul. >> multiple investigations discovering over 100 allegations of inappropriate relationships spanning decades. >> i suspect we only touched the tip of the iceberg. >> painful stories from former students. >> he actually took me out of the dorm at night to kiss. >> shining a light on the past to bring accountability now. >>> plus a pirate's life. oscar winner javier bardem joining jack sparrow and the gang for the new "pirates of the caribbean: dead men tell no tales." why he always wanted to join in on the high seas high sdwreengs and his special relationship with costar john fee dep. >>> and michael jackson. "searching for neverland." he's the mirror image of the man in the mirror. now this impersonator is playing his hero in the king of pop bio-pic. first the "nightline 5." >>> need heartburn relief? cool mint zantac releases a cooling sensat

>>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, digital addiction? >> josh has been in his room since 4:00, nearly five hours, gaming. >> a teen obsessed with video games. skipping school. and a father who spends so much time playing in the basement, he often misses family gatherings. >> i was going to bed as a newlywed, and he was staying up and playing video games. >> part of a growing 91 of people seeking rehab for device detox. how they're getting snapped back to reality. >>> plus, peaking out. >> my cat's name is j. allen cooper. >> fandom in the streets for the ground-breaking whodunit series "twin peaks." >> two more pieces of this incredible pie. >> with the cast. >> happy that i'm back in a suit for god's sake. >> along with newcomers. >> i threw in a line. >> cut. mr. belushi, do i need to bring you to the principal's office? >> director david lynch and why he kept this project so secretive. >>> but first the "nightline 5." >> tried hard to quit smoking. but when we brought our daughter home, thavms it. now i have nicoderm cq. >> helps prev

>>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, random rampage. >> a lot of people screaming. another round of six or seven shots. >> a deranged gunman opens fire into a crowded san diego birthday party. caught on camera reloading. >> he's getting ready to shoot again. he's pointing it at the security guard. >> new details about the suspect's motives and the moment police took him down. [ gunfire ] >>> plus, heartthrob hit and run? former star of "the bachelor" chris soules in court today fighting felony charges for allegedly leaving the scene of a deadly accident. >> blooding coming out of his mouth. >> yes. >> why his lawyers say this 911 call proves he's >>> and "night at the museum." it's the fashion world's super bowl. the hottest dresses, the biggest entrances. the annual met gala. but first, the "nightline" 5. >>> number 1 in just 60 seconds. ♪ >>> good evening. thanks for takedown of an alleged cold-blooded killer, caught on newly released video. the man had been firing at random on a group celebrating a birthday party in san diego. now new information about the suspec

"nightline" will be right back. >>> good evening. thank you for joining us. breaking news out of manchester, england tonight. a deadly blast outside of an ariana grande concert, killing at least 19, injuring at least 50. police treating this as a terrorist incident. the leading theory? a suicide bomber. we turn now to abc's chief foreign correspondent terry moran in london. terry? >> reporter: byron, it was right at the end of the ariana grande concert tonight in a stadium filled with her fans including so many teens and young girls and their moms. that's her fan base. when this huge explosion rocked not just the arena but the whole surrounding neighborhood. felt blocks away. arena officials saying that the explosion happened just outside the venue as people were coming and going. eyewitnesses saw many dead and injured on the ground. inside the lights went up, panic set in. people headed for the exits. they helped the wounded. they helped each other get out as law enforcement swarmed the scene and set up a perimeter. anguished parents took to social media loo

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>>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, cam couples. inside the growing trend disrupting the billion-dollar porn industry known as camming. >> oh, thanks, carlos. >> ordinary people live streaming intimacy from the comforts of their own homes. reaching thousands of viewers. some earning big bucks. >> my average around $500 to $700 a night. >> why one couple says it spiced up their love life. >> we are officially live. >>> plus billy and the bus. >> whoa, whoa! >> yes! yes, the donald is good! >> billy bush speaking out about the fallout from that infamous "access hollywood" tape. >> do you believe you should have lost your job over this? >> the behind the scenes story you haven't heard. about the scandal heard round the world. >>> and game on. >> if we don't put aside our enmities and bound together, we will die. >> winter isn't the only thing that's coming. fans are going wilding over the new trailer for "game of thrones" season 7. why this season could be the most action-packed yet. but first the "nightline 5." >> hey, allergy muddler

>>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, fiery fallout. >> he was not doing a good job. >> president trump on the firing of fbi director james comey. and a rising tide of concern by many it's all about alleged campaign ties to russia. >> it's clear he's trying to cut off any investigation. >> some making comparisons to nixon. saying saturday night massacre. many also saying it's time to move on. >> we've got a chance for a fresh start. >> what happens next? >>> plus dirty dancing? >> no, none! >> louder than life dance mom star abby lee miller speaking out after being sentenced to a year and one day in prison for financial crimes. >> i wasn't ever trying to hurt anyone. >> how she plans to spend her time behind >>> but first the "nightline 5." >> i had frequent heartburn. my doctor recommended prilosec otc seven years ago. >> just one pill each morning, 24 hours, and zero heartburn. >> it's been the number one doctor recommended brand for ten years and it's still recommended today. use as direct the. >>> you think you've found your ideal hotel? before you book, check on trivago to see if y

>>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, air raid. passengers putting their dukes in the upright position before takeoff on this japanese airline flight. >> went on a complete rampage. >> the moment this man says he just had to get involved. and what you can do to navigate the stressful skies. amidst a rash of cabin combat incidents. >>> plus, on the brink. david muir on the front lines of a region facing famine. >> you think you're losing these children? >> inside remote villages in somaliland rack the with hunger and rescue workers bringing food and water to desperate families. the humanitarian crisis much of the world doesn't even know about. >>> and -- ♪ despacito. the first spanish language song to hit the top 10 of the top 100 since the macarena. poised to be the brackout song of the summer all thanks to justin bieber. first tonight the "nightline 5." >> dry mouth can affect how your mouth feels and how you feel. discover act dry mouth. specially formulated to soothe and moisturize your mouth. and try new act dry mouth spray. fo

>>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, car fire mystery. dozens of bmws going up in flames while parked, engines off. >> my car is on fire. >> abc news investigates. luxury cars even destroying homes. >> snap, crackle, pop, and boom, a flame. >> what could be behind the combustions and how is the carmaker responding? >>> why didn't you say this to me when i was alive? >> controversy erupting over the netflix series "13 reasons why." accused of glorifying teen suicide. now one high school answering back. students taking to the loud speakers, broadcasting their own struggle. >> getting teased and picked on for how i look. >> calling me worthless, that i'd be better off dead. >> celebrating their reasons why not. >> your words talked me out of hurting myself. >> the stupid body reaction they never expected. >>> and malibu miley. ♪ next year >> the smiley cyrus back with a new love song for liam hemsworth. the not so hidden gem in this music video that pays tribute to her groom to be. ♪ next to you >> first here are the "nightline 5." >> i snee

this special edition of "nightline" "femicide, the untold war," will be right back. "nightline." "femicide, the untold war." >> good even. thanks for joining us. tonight we bring you inside a place where women are under seen. it's been called the most dangerous place on earth to be a woman. and it's not a distant land oceans away. it's only 2,000 miles from texas. which is why thousands of women are fleeing to our shores to escape a machismo culture by gang violence. we bring you to honduras to investigate femicide, an untold war. a small town girl with a megawatt smile. at only 19, maria jose alvarado catapulted from obscurity to be crowned miss hon do you remem e. the first flight of her life to london where she'd compete for the miss world title. her tiara dreams were never to be. instead, rows of weeping beauty queens sat mourning one of their own. >> maria, you are and will remain a star. >> reporter: just days before the competition, maria jose and her sister had been shot to death. their murders a national tragedy. turned international headline. >> murders of the reigning

>>> tonight, a special edition of "nightline." "femicide, the untold war." we journey to one of the most dangerous places on earth to be a woman. >> we're going on a ride-along with the military police. >> we're may cheechismo and gan culture breed violence. >> men can do anything they want with a woman. >> the tragic murder of a beauty queen a symbol for a nation of women living in fear. >> he hit you really hard. >> the crisis forcing thousands to seek shelter on our shores. on the front lines of the fight for change. to end the epidemic of femicide. this special edition of "nightline" "femicide, the untold war," will be right back. ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ ♪ to take advantage of this offer on a volvo s90, visit your local dealer. "nightline." "femicide, the untold war." >> good even. thanks for joining us. tonight we bring you inside a place where women are under seen. it's been called the most dangerous place on earth to be a woman. and it's not a distant land oceans away. it's only 2,000 miles from texas. which is why thousands of women are fleeing to our shores to es

>>> this is "nightline." >> tonight, you're fired. president trump terminating fbi director james comey. but why now? democrats accusing him of shutting down the investigation into his campaign's alleged russia ties. >> were these investigations getting too close to home for the president? >> heated reactions from all sides. the president giving an unexpected reason for the ouster. >>> plus all new >> this is "american idol," here we go! >> the show that launched countless stars. ♪ i can't believe this is happening to me ♪ >> "american idol" making a comeback. bigger, better, and on a brand-new network. >>> and later, gator. a 10-year-old girl saving herself from the jaws of an algator. how she kept her cool and used a little-known trick. >>> first the "nightline 5." >> wish your skin could bounce back like it used to this newt regina hydro boost water gel. it plumps skin cells with intense hydration and locks it in. for supple, hydrated skin. hydro boost from neutrogena. >>> meta appetite control. it's your glass of will power that h

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>>> tonight, a special edition of "nightline." "within reach." >> a high-flying hollywood executive and loving father in perfect health, at the peak of his career, suddenly stricken with a mysterious affliction. his organs failing. >> i decide that i had just can't die, i can't. she shouldn't grow up without her dadty. >> teetering between life and death in a coma. his devoted girlfriend documenting the struggle. >> today was so hard. >> escaping with his life when losing a leg, about to lose a hand. >> it feels like somebody's holding that. fingertips all day, every day. >> when he signs up for a groundbreaking, human hand transplant. >> she said i want one thing, i want you to >> the fight of his life. the astonishing triumph. bringing the simple joys back within reach. >> this special edition of "nightline" will be right back. >>> this is a special edition of "nightline." "within reach." >> good evening. thanks 4 joining us. tonight you're about to meet a executive whose life came to a screeching halt. a mysterious illness brin