David Hartman is an American journalist and media host who began his media career as an actor. He currently anchors and hosts documentary programs on History and PBS. Hartman is best known as the first host of ABC's Good Morning America, from 1975 to 1987. As an actor, he starred in the 1970's as a young resident, Dr. Paul Hunter, on The Bold Ones: The New Doctors, a teacher in the series Lucas Tanner, and acted in the 1973 TV movie remake of Miracle on 34th Street.
History with the Macy's Parade[]
Hartman was first featured at the 1969 Parade performing "On a Wonderful Day Like Today" on Chevrolet's Soap Box Derby float. He then co-hosted the 1974 Parade with Karen Grassle and Ed McMahon.