Career Timeline of Robin Roberts (newscaster): Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Robin Roberts (newscaster), from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Robin Roberts is a prominent American television broadcaster best known for co-anchoring ABC's Good Morning America. Her career includes extensive work in sports broadcasting, particularly with ESPN, before transitioning to morning news. Roberts has openly shared her battles with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), raising awareness about the disease and bone marrow donation. She's known for her inspiring interviews and her resilience, making her a respected figure in journalism and a role model for many.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1983: Starts Career at WDAM-TV

In 1983, Robin Roberts began her career as a sports anchor and reporter for WDAM-TV in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.

1984: Moves to WLOX-TV

In 1984, Robin Roberts transitioned to WLOX-TV in Biloxi, Mississippi, continuing her work as a sports anchor and reporter.

1986: Joins WSMV-TV in Nashville

In 1986, Robin Roberts became a sports anchor and reporter for WSMV-TV in Nashville, Tennessee.

1988: Joins WAGA-TV in Atlanta

In 1988, Robin Roberts became a sports anchor and reporter at WAGA-TV in Atlanta, Georgia, where she also hosted a radio show.

February 1990: Joins ESPN as a Sportscaster

In February 1990, Robin Roberts joined ESPN as a sportscaster, where she remained until 2005. On SportsCenter, she used the catchphrase, "Go on with your bad self!"

1990: Joins ESPN as Sportscaster

In 1990, Robin Roberts became a sportscaster on ESPN, marking a significant step in her career. She held this position for 15 years and was the first woman to co-host NFL Primetime.

1990: Continues at WAGA-TV in Atlanta

In 1990, Robin Roberts was still working as a sports anchor and reporter at WAGA-TV in Atlanta, Georgia, while also hosting a radio show at V-103.

June 1995: Joins ABC News

In June 1995, Robin Roberts began working for ABC News as a featured reporter for Good Morning America.

1996: Hosts ABC's Wide World of Sports

In 1996, Robin Roberts became the host for ABC's Wide World of Sports.

1998: Continues Hosting ABC's Wide World of Sports

In 1998, Robin Roberts continued her role as the host of ABC's Wide World of Sports, concluding her tenure in this position.

2005: Becomes Co-Anchor of Good Morning America

In 2005, Robin Roberts became the co-anchor of Good Morning America on ABC, a major milestone in her broadcasting career.

2005: Leaves ESPN

In 2005, Robin Roberts left ESPN after working there as a sportscaster since 1990.

2005: Anchors Reports on Hurricane Katrina

In the fall of 2005, Robin Roberts anchored a series of emotional reports from the Mississippi Gulf Coast after Hurricane Katrina devastated the area, impacting her hometown of Pass Christian.

February 22, 2009: Hosts Academy Awards Preshow

On February 22, 2009, Robin Roberts hosted the Academy Awards preshow for ABC.

December 2009: George Stephanopoulos Joins as Co-Anchor

In December 2009, George Stephanopoulos joined Robin Roberts as co-anchor of Good Morning America, following Diane Sawyer's departure.

2011: Hosts Academy Awards Preshow Again

In 2011, Robin Roberts hosted the Academy Awards preshow for ABC for a second time.

April 2012: Good Morning America Becomes Number One

In April 2012, under the Roberts-Stephanopoulos team, Good Morning America became the number-one morning show, surpassing NBC's Today show after 16 years.

February 20, 2013: Returns to Good Morning America

On February 20, 2013, Robin Roberts returned to Good Morning America after taking a leave to receive a bone marrow transplant for myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).

2014: Starts Rock'n Robin Productions

In 2014, Robin Roberts started her own production company, Rock'n Robin Productions.

May 19, 2018: Co-Anchors Royal Wedding

On May 19, 2018, Robin Roberts co-anchored the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at St. George's Chapel in Windsor.

October 10, 2018: Selected as Disney Mentor

On October 10, 2018, Robin Roberts was selected as a mentor for Disney's #DreamBigPrincess campaign.

February 10, 2021: Tuskegee Airmen Documentary Premieres

On February 10, 2021, the one-hour documentary Tuskegee Airmen: Legacy of Courage, executive-produced and narrated by Robin Roberts, premiered on History.