History of Robin Roberts (newscaster) in Timeline
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.
November 23, 1960: Robin Roberts Born
On November 23, 1960, Robin Roberts, an American television broadcaster and co-anchor of ABC's Good Morning America, was born.
1979: Graduates as Salutatorian
In 1979, Robin Roberts graduated from Pass Christian High School as the class salutatorian.
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.
1983: Graduates from Southeastern Louisiana University
In 1983, Robin Roberts graduated cum laude from Southeastern Louisiana University with a degree in communication.
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.
1996: Hosts ABC's Wide World of Sports
In 1996, Robin Roberts became the host for ABC's Wide World of Sports.
1998: Leaves ABC's Wide World of Sports
In 1998, Robin Roberts was no longer the host for ABC's Wide World of Sports.
2005: Becomes Co-Anchor of Good Morning America
In 2005, Robin Roberts became the co-anchor of Good Morning America (GMA).
2005: Romantic Relationship with Amber Laign
In 2005, Robin Roberts began a romantic relationship with massage therapist Amber Laign.
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.
2006: Presentation at Abilene Christian University
In 2006, Robin Roberts gave a presentation to the student body at Abilene Christian University, crediting her parents with instilling in her "the three 'D's: Discipline, Determination, and 'De Lord'."
January 14, 2007: Discusses Scholarship Offer on Costas on the Radio
On January 14, 2007, Robin Roberts mentioned on Costas on the Radio that she was offered a basketball scholarship to Louisiana State University, but chose Southeastern Louisiana University instead.
2007: Diagnosed with Breast Cancer
In 2007, Robin Roberts was diagnosed with an early form of breast cancer.
January 2008: Completes Chemotherapy Treatments
By January 2008, Robin Roberts had completed eight chemotherapy treatments for breast cancer.
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.
May 30, 2010: Drives Pace Car for Indianapolis 500
On May 30, 2010, Robin Roberts drove the Pace Car for the 2010 Indianapolis 500.
February 5, 2011: Jersey Retired by Southeastern Louisiana University
On February 5, 2011, Southeastern Louisiana University held a ceremony to retire Robin Roberts' jersey, number 21.
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.
October 2012: Leaves GMA for Bone Marrow Transplant
In October 2012, Robin Roberts took a leave from Good Morning America (GMA) to get a bone marrow transplant and went home.
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.
December 2013: Publicly Acknowledges Sexual Orientation
In late December 2013, Robin Roberts publicly acknowledged her sexual orientation for the first time.
2013: Receives Arthur Ashe Courage Award
In 2013, ESPN awarded its Arthur Ashe Courage Award to Robin Roberts at the ESPYs.
2014: Starts Rock'n Robin Productions
In 2014, Robin Roberts started her own production company, Rock'n Robin Productions.
2014: Named One of ESPNW's Impact 25
In 2014, Robin Roberts was named one of ESPNW's Impact 25.
2015: Named an Icon of LGBT History Month
In 2015, Robin Roberts was named by Equality Forum as one of their 31 Icons of the 2015 LGBT History Month.
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 Mentor for #DreamBigPrincess Campaign
On October 10, 2018, Robin Roberts was selected as a mentor for Disney's #DreamBigPrincess campaign.
June 20, 2019: Receives Sager Strong Award
On June 20, 2019, the National Basketball Association awarded Robin Roberts the Sager Strong Award at its award ceremony.
November 2020: Death of Alex Trebek
In November 2020, Alex Trebek, the host of Jeopardy!, passed away.
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.
2021: Hosts Turning the Tables
In 2021, Robin Roberts became the host of the Disney+ interview series Turning the Tables with Robin Roberts.
2021: Guest Hosts Jeopardy!
In 2021, Robin Roberts served as a guest host on Jeopardy! for five episodes airing July 19-23, following the death of Alex Trebek.
September 2023: Marriage to Amber Laign
In September 2023, Robin Roberts and Amber Laign married.
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