Early Life and Education of Robin Roberts (newscaster): A Complete Timeline
Discover the defining moments in the early life of Robin Roberts (newscaster). From birth to education, explore key events.
Robin Roberts is a prominent American television broadcaster, best known for co-anchoring ABC's Good Morning America. She has been a fixture in morning television for many years, earning acclaim for her interviewing skills and warm on-screen presence. Beyond her broadcasting career, Roberts is a cancer survivor and has been open about her health battles, becoming an advocate for cancer awareness and early detection. She is also a former college basketball player, having played for Southeastern Louisiana University. Her career spans sports broadcasting as well, including a long association with ESPN.
November 23, 1960: Robin Roberts Born
On November 23, 1960, Robin Roberts was born. She would grow up to be an American television broadcaster who co-anchors ABC's Good Morning America.
1979: Graduated High School
In 1979, Robin Roberts graduated from Pass Christian High School as the class salutatorian.
1983: Graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University
In 1983, Roberts graduated cum laude from Southeastern Louisiana University with a degree in communication.
2005: Emotional Reports from Mississippi Gulf Coast
In the fall of 2005, Roberts anchored a series of emotional reports from the Mississippi Gulf Coast after it was devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
2006: Presentation at Abilene Christian University
In 2006, Roberts gave a presentation to the student body at Abilene Christian University, crediting her parents with cultivating the "three 'D's: Discipline, Determination, and 'De Lord.'"
January 14, 2007: Costas on the Radio
On January 14, 2007, Roberts appeared on Costas on the Radio and talked about being offered a basketball scholarship to Louisiana State University.
2007: Diagnosed with Breast Cancer
In 2007, Roberts was diagnosed with an early form of breast cancer and underwent surgery on August 3.
May 30, 2010: Drove Pace Car for Indianapolis 500
On May 30, 2010, Roberts drove the Pace Car for the 2010 Indianapolis 500.
October 2012: Went Home After Bone Marrow Transplant
In October 2012, Roberts went home after getting a bone marrow transplant.
February 20, 2013: Returned to GMA
On February 20, 2013, Roberts returned to GMA after taking a leave for a bone marrow transplant.
December 2013: Publicly Acknowledged Sexual Orientation
In late December 2013, Roberts publicly acknowledged her sexual orientation for the first time.
October 10, 2018: Mentor for Disney's #DreamBigPrincess Campaign
On October 10, 2018, Roberts was selected as a mentor for Disney's #DreamBigPrincess campaign.
September 2023: Married Amber Laign
In September 2023, Roberts and Amber Laign married.
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