Robin Roberts a popular American TV broadcaster, is 63 years old. She was born on 23rd November 1960 in Tuskegee, Alabama, and raised in Mississippi. Robin is a familiar face as a co-anchor on ABC’s “Good Morning America.” 

Learn more about Robin Roberts Wiki, her age, husband, family, education, career, net worth, and more. 

Robin Roberts Wiki & Early Life

Robin Roberts Wiki
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Full NameRobin René Roberts
ProfessionJournalist, Television Broadcaster
Age63 years old
Date of Birth23 November 1960
NationalityAmerican
Zodiac/Sun SignSagittarius
BirthplaceTuskegee, Alabama, USA
Current AddressNew York, USA

Robin Roberts Husband

She married her longtime partner, Amber Laign, in September 2023. The couple had been together since 2005, and their relationship has been a cornerstone of Roberts’ personal life. 

Relationship StatusMarried
Husband/BoyfriendHusband: Amber Laign
Children Yet to be updated

Robin Roberts Family

Roberts was born into a supportive and service-oriented family. Her father, Colonel Lawrence E. Roberts, Sr., was a Tuskegee Airman, and her mother, Lucimarian Tolliver, was a community leader. She is the youngest of four siblings, including sisters Sally-Ann and Dorothy, and brother Lawrence Jr.

Parent’s NameFather: Colonel Lawrence E. Roberts, Sr.
Mother: Lucimarian Tolliver
SiblingsSister: Sally-Ann Roberts, Dorothy McEwen
Brother: Lawrence E. Roberts Jr.

Robin Roberts Education

Roberts attended Pass Christian High School in Mississippi, then earned a basketball scholarship to Southeastern Louisiana University. Roberts graduated in 1983 with a degree in communication, laying the foundation for her successful career in journalism.

SchoolPass Christian High School 
Alma MaterSoutheastern Louisiana University 
Highest QualificationB.A. in Communication

Robin Roberts Career

She began her career as a sports anchor at a local TV station, before she became widely recognized as a co-anchor on ABC’s Good Morning America in 2005. 

Beyond anchoring, she is also a producer and advocate, using her platform to raise awareness for important health issues​.

PeriodRole/PositionOrganization/Network
1983-1986Sports Anchor and ReporterWDAM-TV (Hattiesburg, MS)
1986-1988Sports Anchor and ReporterWLOX-TV (Biloxi, MS)
1988-1990Sports Anchor and ReporterWSMV-TV (Nashville, TN)
1990-1995Sports Anchor and ReporterWAGA-TV (Atlanta, GA)
1990-2005SportsCenter AnchorESPN
1995Co-Anchor/AnchorABC’s Good Morning America
2007Cancer Diagnosis & AdvocacyN/A
2012-2013Myelodysplastic Syndrome Diagnosis, Treatment, and ReturnABC’s Good Morning America
2014Founder and CEORock’n Robin Productions
2021HostDisney+
2024Poynter MedalPoynter Institute

Awards

YearAward
2001Mel Greenberg Media Award
2004Billie Jean King Contribution Award
2008WNBA Inspiration Award
2012Peabody Award
2012Inductee, Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame
2013Arthur Ashe Courage Award
2014Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism
2016Inductee, Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame
2018Lifetime Achievement Award
2018Distinguished Service Award
2019Sager Strong Award
2024Poynter Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Journalism

Robin Roberts Net Worth, Salary

Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.)$55 million
Salary (Approx.)$18 million per year

Robin Roberts Height, Weight & Physical Stats

Robin Roberts Height
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HeightIn centimeters: 175 cm
In meters: 1.75 m
In feet & inches: 5 feet 9 inches
WeightIn kg: 66 kg
In lbs: 145 lbs
Body MeasurementsYet to be updated
Hair ColourLight Brown
Eye ColourDark Brown

Robin Roberts Social Media

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10 Interesting Facts About Robin Roberts

  1. She was a star basketball player at Southeastern Louisiana University and still holds school records for points and rebounds.
  2. Her father, Colonel Lawrence E. Roberts, was one of the Tuskegee Airmen, a group of African American military pilots who fought in World War II​.
  3. Before becoming a well-known news anchor, she spent 15 years at ESPN as a sports reporter and anchor.
  4. Robin battled both breast cancer in 2007 and a rare blood disorder called myelodysplastic syndrome in 2012.
  5. She has written several books, including her memoir Everybody’s Got Something, which details her fight against cancer​.
  6. In 2014, she started her own production company, Rock’n Robin Productions, which has created content for various networks.
  7. Robin came out publicly as a lesbian in 2013 and has been recognized as one of the prominent LGBTQ+ figures in the media.
  8. She graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University with a degree in communication, which laid the foundation for her broadcasting career.
  9. Besides the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, she was also inducted into the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame in 2016​.
  10. She executive-produced and narrated the documentary Tuskegee Airmen: Legacy of Courage, honoring her father’s legacy​.

FAQs

How old is Robin Roberts?

Robin Roberts’s age is 63 years old. She was born in Tuskegee, Alabama, and raised in Pass Christian, Mississippi.

What is Robin net worth?

Robin Roberts’ estimated net worth is around $55 million.

What is Robin best known for?

Roberts was a sportscaster on ESPN for 15 years (1990–2005) and the first woman to co-host NFL Primetime.

Did Roberts play college basketball?

Yes, Robin Roberts played college basketball at Southeastern Louisiana University, where she was a standout player and later inducted into the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame.

What health issues has she faced?

Robin Roberts was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007 and later with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) in 2012​.

Is she still on Good Morning America?

Yes, Robin Roberts continues to co-anchor Good Morning America on ABC. She has been with the show since 2005 and remains one of its leading figures.