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

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 20, 2026

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

Robin Roberts is a highly recognized American television broadcaster, best known as the co-anchor of ABC's Good Morning America. Her career spans decades, marked by her engaging on-air presence and insightful interviews. Beyond her professional achievements, Roberts has publicly shared her personal battles with cancer and myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), becoming an advocate for awareness and early detection. Her openness and resilience have made her an inspirational figure, admired for her courage and commitment to informing and empowering others. She is a prominent figure in the media landscape.

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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 moved to WLOX-TV in Biloxi, Mississippi.

1986: Joins WSMV-TV

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

1988: Joins WAGA-TV

In 1988, Robin Roberts became a sports anchor and reporter at WAGA-TV in Atlanta, Georgia, and also became a radio host for radio station V-103.

February 1990: Joins ESPN

In February 1990, Robin Roberts joined ESPN as a sportscaster.

1990: Joins ESPN

In 1990, Robin Roberts became a sportscaster on ESPN, a position she held for 15 years, and was the first woman to co-host NFL Primetime.

June 1995: Starts at ABC News

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

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1996: Hosts ABC's Wide World of Sports

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

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1998: Leaves ABC's Wide World of Sports

In 1998, Robin Roberts was no longer the host for ABC's Wide World of Sports.

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2005: Becomes Co-Anchor of Good Morning America

In 2005, Robin Roberts became the co-anchor of Good Morning America (GMA).

2005: Leaves ESPN

In 2005, Robin Roberts left ESPN.

2005: Reports from Mississippi Gulf Coast after Hurricane Katrina

In the fall of 2005, Robin Roberts anchored a series of emotional reports from the Mississippi Gulf Coast after it was devastated by Hurricane Katrina.

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 GMA

In December 2009, George Stephanopoulos joined Robin Roberts as co-anchor of Good Morning America.

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May 30, 2010: Drives Pace Car for Indianapolis 500

On May 30, 2010, Robin Roberts drove the Pace Car for the 2010 Indianapolis 500.

2011: Hosts Academy Awards Preshow Again

In 2011, Robin Roberts hosted the Academy Awards preshow for ABC again.

April 2012: Good Morning America Becomes Number One

In April 2012, the Robin Roberts-George Stephanopoulos team led Good Morning America back to the top of the ratings, beating NBC's Today show.

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2012: Inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame

In 2012, Robin Roberts was inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame for her contributions to women's basketball through broadcasting and play.

February 20, 2013: Returns to GMA

On February 20, 2013, Robin Roberts returned to Good Morning America (GMA) after receiving a bone marrow transplant.

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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.

February 10, 2021: Tuskegee Airmen: Legacy of Courage Premieres

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