History of Robin Roberts (newscaster) in Timeline
Robin Roberts is a prominent American television broadcaster best known for co-anchoring ABC's Good Morning America. Her career spans decades, marked by her engaging on-air presence and impactful interviews. Beyond her broadcasting success, Roberts is a cancer survivor and has openly shared her health journey, becoming an advocate for awareness and early detection. She is also known for her work with ESPN, particularly her contributions to sports broadcasting before transitioning to morning news. Roberts's resilience and openness have made her a respected figure in both journalism and popular culture.
November 23, 1960: Robin Roberts Born
On November 23, 1960, Robin Roberts, the American television broadcaster and co-anchor of ABC's Good Morning America, was born.
1979: High School Graduation
In 1979, Robin Roberts graduated as the salutatorian from Pass Christian High School.
1983: Sports Anchor and Reporter at WDAM-TV
In 1983, Robin Roberts began her career as a sports anchor and reporter for WDAM-TV in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
1983: Graduation from Southeastern Louisiana University
In 1983, Robin Roberts graduated cum laude from Southeastern Louisiana University with a degree in communication.
1984: Moved to WLOX-TV
In 1984, Robin Roberts moved to WLOX-TV in Biloxi, Mississippi.
1986: Sports Anchor and Reporter at WSMV-TV
In 1986, Robin Roberts became a sports anchor and reporter for WSMV-TV in Nashville, Tennessee.
1988: Sports Anchor and Reporter at WAGA-TV
In 1988, Robin Roberts became a sports anchor and reporter at WAGA-TV in Atlanta, Georgia, and also a radio host for radio station V-103.
February 1990: Joined ESPN as a Sportscaster
In February 1990, Robin Roberts joined ESPN as a sportscaster and stayed until 2005. She used the catchphrase, "Go on with your bad self!" on SportsCenter.
1990: Sportscaster on ESPN
In 1990, Robin Roberts became a sportscaster on ESPN, where she remained for 15 years. During this time she also became the first woman to co-host NFL Primetime.
1990: Sports Anchor and Reporter at WAGA-TV
In 1990, Robin Roberts was a sports anchor and reporter at WAGA-TV in Atlanta, Georgia, and also a radio host for radio station V-103.
June 1995: Featured Reporter for Good Morning America
In June 1995, Robin Roberts started working for ABC News as a featured reporter for Good Morning America.
1996: Host for ABC's Wide World of Sports
From 1996 to 1998, Robin Roberts was the host for ABC's Wide World of Sports.
1998: Host for ABC's Wide World of Sports
From 1996 to 1998, Robin Roberts was the host for ABC's Wide World of Sports.
2005: Co-anchor on Good Morning America
In 2005, Robin Roberts became co-anchor on Good Morning America (GMA).
2005: Began Relationship with Amber Laign
In 2005, Robin Roberts began a romantic relationship with massage therapist Amber Laign.
2005: Left ESPN
In 2005, Robin Roberts left ESPN after being a sportscaster since February 1990.
2005: Promotion to Co-Anchor of Good Morning America
In 2005, Robin Roberts was promoted to co-anchor of Good Morning America (GMA).
2005: Anchored 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. Her hometown of Pass Christian was particularly hard hit.
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 "Discipline, Determination, and 'De Lord'."
January 14, 2007: Discussed Scholarship Offer on Costas on the Radio
On January 14, 2007, Robin Roberts mentioned on Costas on the Radio that she had been offered a basketball scholarship to Louisiana State University, but declined due to the school feeling too big. She instead chose Southeastern Louisiana University.
2007: Diagnosed with Breast Cancer
In 2007, Robin Roberts was diagnosed with an early form of breast cancer.
January 2008: Completed Chemotherapy Treatments
By January 2008, Robin Roberts had completed eight chemotherapy treatments for breast cancer.
February 22, 2009: Hosted Academy Awards Preshow for ABC
On February 22, 2009, Robin Roberts hosted the Academy Awards preshow for ABC.
December 2009: Joined by George Stephanopoulos as Co-Anchor of GMA
In December 2009, George Stephanopoulos joined Robin Roberts as co-anchor of Good Morning America (GMA) after Diane Sawyer left to anchor ABC World News.
May 30, 2010: Drove the Pace Car for the 2010 Indianapolis 500
On May 30, 2010, Robin Roberts drove the Pace Car for the 2010 Indianapolis 500.
February 5, 2011: Jersey Retirement Ceremony
On February 5, 2011, Southeastern Louisiana University hosted a ceremony to retire Robin Roberts' jersey, number 21.
2011: Hosted Academy Awards Preshow for ABC
In 2011, Robin Roberts hosted the Academy Awards preshow for ABC.
April 2012: Good Morning America becomes number one morning show
In April 2012, the Robin Roberts-George Stephanopoulos team led Good Morning America back to the top of the ratings. The program became the number-one morning show again, beating NBC's Today.
October 2012: Returned Home After Bone Marrow Transplant
In October 2012, Robin Roberts returned home after undergoing a bone marrow transplant to treat myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).
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 her broadcasting work and play.
February 20, 2013: Returned to GMA
On February 20, 2013, Robin Roberts returned to Good Morning America (GMA) after taking a leave to undergo a bone marrow transplant.
December 2013: Publicly Acknowledged Sexual Orientation
In late December 2013, Robin Roberts publicly acknowledged her sexual orientation for the first time.
2013: Received Arthur Ashe Courage Award
In 2013, ESPN awarded Robin Roberts the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPYs.
2014: Started 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-anchored 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 a mentor for Disney's #DreamBigPrincess campaign.
On October 10, 2018, Robin Roberts was selected as a mentor for Disney's #DreamBigPrincess campaign.
June 20, 2019: Received the Sager Strong Award
On June 20, 2019, the National Basketball Association (NBA) 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: Premiered Tuskegee Airmen: Legacy of Courage
On February 10, 2021, the one-hour documentary "Tuskegee Airmen: Legacy of Courage", executive-produced and narrated by Robin Roberts, premiered on History.
2021: Host of Turning the Tables with Robin Roberts
In 2021, Robin Roberts became the host of the Disney+ interview series Turning the Tables with Robin Roberts.
2021: Guest Host on 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 were married.
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