Robin Roberts Returns To GMA Rested And Radiant

By Amanda Crum · August 21, 2012 · 62 Comments

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Robin Roberts Returns To GMA Rested And Radiant

Robin Roberts announced she was diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome back in June, but assured fans that she was well enough to continue her anchor duties on “Good Morning America”. However, the bone-marrow disease left her feeling exhausted and led to her taking a brief medical leave, which left friends and fans concerned.

“Well a full disclosure here, I’m not feeling too well,” Roberts, 51, said. “In fact, I’m going to leave, and let you all do the rest of the program on your own. I’m going to take a little time off, just to get some vacay. I’ll see you in a couple of weeks.”

She decided to take a trip to Italy, where she toured the Vatican and celebrated a friend’s birthday. She was even allowed to have her chemotherapy catheter removed for the trip.

“All I’m thinking about now is Italy. As a going away present my doctor surprised me and removed my PICC line today from my arm…sweet freedom!” she wrote on the show’s Facebook page. “Thank you again for the prayers and well wishes…means more to me than you could possibly ever know.”

Roberts returned to the show yesterday, however, and said she’s rested and ready for whatever life–and her job–might throw her way.

“My needle was past ‘E’ when I left here a couple of weeks ago, but I’ve got a full tank, so watch out,” Roberts said. “I haven’t taken this much time off in quite some time.”

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Cheryl Rivera
August 22, 2012 at 11:50 am

Robin you are true Southern beauty. Your grace and caring spirit always shines for others. I am praying God will be with you as you face another battle in the road of life. You go girl.

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Roseann Zambroski
August 22, 2012 at 10:12 am

I wish her a speedy recovery as she is a wonderful person in so many ways.

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Constance
August 22, 2012 at 7:51 am

Robin

You are a ray of sunshine in the mist of a world of turmoil. I decree and declare total healing in your body. I cancel the assignments of any evil curses or illnesses over your lif and they shall never return again. I pray the total healing power of God over you life. I know you are a believer, so keep the faith.
I am joyful that you are back. Your presence on GMA has inspired me to come to New York and be a part of GMA’s audience. Theshadow of the alimighty ministries is a powerful prayer and healing ministry.

Take Care and stay beautiful.
My Warmest Regards,
Constance in Sugar Land, Texas

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Anita
August 22, 2012 at 3:23 am

Robin, it was such a delight to turn GMA on this week and see your beautiful smile. Welcome Back! I was diagnosed with breast cancer almost 10 years ago and recently had some questionable results. Doctors have recommended I have further procedures and I really appreciate the informative segment you did yesterday on the risk/benefit/options. May you be blessed with total healing. I’ll be cheering for you on daily.

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barbara
August 22, 2012 at 2:57 am

I pray that you continue to do better.It was not the without you. Welcome back .

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Pamela
August 21, 2012 at 10:59 pm

hey Robin, girl you really inspire me as a young African American woman. I too have had my share of health troubles (had a massive stroke at age 41, 6 years ago) while pursuing my dreams. Will you do me a favor and keep that lovely smile on your lovely face as you continue on this journey and I will keep you lifted up in prayer daily. GOD bles you Robin Roberts!!!
Pamela Kent

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Carolyn James
August 21, 2012 at 8:42 pm

Robin,I’m praying for you and I trust God that you will do well during your treatment. Remember, if God brought you to this moment in your life, truly He will bring you through it. Keep your beautiful SMILE and hold your head up HIGH HIGH HIGH. You have so many people praying for you and will stand with you through this ordeal

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karen
August 21, 2012 at 8:37 pm

SO HAPPY YOUR BACK an full of vim an vinegar (SMILE)stay well robin everyones prayers are always with you

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Lisa
August 21, 2012 at 8:24 pm

GMA is definitly missing you, as we are. Good news is your sibling is a match. My husband has 9 siblings who match each other, but no match to my husband. This can be a frustrating time, hang in there, we want 2 see you back. Happy days to you and your sister. Take Care!

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Charlie bp
August 21, 2012 at 6:55 pm

God be with you. You are really an inspiration to so many.

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MR.HOWARD STONE
August 21, 2012 at 5:04 pm

GLADE YOUR WELL.GOD BLESS.GET BETTER!!WISH U WERE STILL COMENTATING ON ESPN!!AMEN!!

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liz law
August 21, 2012 at 5:00 pm

Great news!!! You are an inspiration and only deserve the best. great going gal

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Jean Grice
August 21, 2012 at 4:39 pm

I have thought and prayed for you each & every day. I know you have been covered with the blood of Jesus and he will carry you through your good days and bad days. I have followed your life since your college basketball days. Take one day at a time prayfully and don’t rush back to work

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Patricia
August 21, 2012 at 4:30 pm

Thank you for returning. GMA did not seem real without you. Who were those guys? I am praying for you. God speed on your recovery……
Love you….

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Willa Hinton
August 21, 2012 at 4:03 pm

Robin I wish you God speed. I’ll be praying for you good health.

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Johnny DoNothing
August 21, 2012 at 3:54 pm

Rested and Irradiated

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Audrey Burke
August 21, 2012 at 3:52 pm

Welcome back Robin. We have missed you on the show and we’re delighted to see you all aglow with your charming and lovely smile.
We’re still praying for your complete recovery and return to GMA after your transplant. God bless and keep you always in His tender loving care. We love you in Jesus name.

Audrey Burke

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Chandra Session
August 21, 2012 at 2:38 pm

You are such a beautiful woman Mrs. Roberts and I wish you the best on your recovery. My family and I are praying for you and your whole family on this journey. Best wishes.

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Irene
August 21, 2012 at 1:43 pm

Robin it must warm your heart to know how many friends you have never met and probably never will are keeping you in their prays. I also include you in mine. Keep the faith and all will be well.

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brenda
August 21, 2012 at 1:39 pm

Im so glad your back…You look so wonderful..I wish you the best..Now the GOOD MORNING AMERICA IS A WHOLE ….LOTS OF LOVE TO ALL OF YOU….

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  gene
  August 22, 2012 at 5:45 pm
  
  BLAH BLAH BLAH, GO BACK HOME YOU LEFTWING COMMIE .
  
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    Jackie
    August 22, 2012 at 7:17 pm
    
    gene, don’t you have homework to do? Get at it. Children should be seen and not heard.
    
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Debra
August 21, 2012 at 1:39 pm

Robin, Have you heard of the saying can’t keep a good man down… Well that also implies to a child of God. We are all Children of God, such as yourself. So the man above has not finish his work with you here on this planet. We need you to continue to stay a strong positive woman that represents us well. You show women who are not in the public eye what it means to be a real woman on or off the cameras. We love you dearly. God Bless……

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arthur wood
August 21, 2012 at 1:33 pm

its so good to see robin roberts back on gma, i wish her the best, the morning show is not the same without her.. good luck robin.

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robbie jean solomon
August 21, 2012 at 1:32 pm

Robin,
With God all things are possible. Keep the faith..you have a whole lot of fans praying for you. Mom, start a viral prayer group to pray for Robin at a certain time of day…we will…I know it works..
love always.
california

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Del
August 21, 2012 at 1:31 pm

Robin, I love watching and listening to you. Glad to see yoy keeping your head up. Was told in March, I had cancer and was treated at a V.A. CENTER. After a 3 month stay, Khemo and Radition, I am abot 95% free. I have and will continue to pray for your full recovery. Then you call continue treating your fans every morning. GOD BLESS YOU !!

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Germaine E. Mondo
August 21, 2012 at 1:29 pm

Dear Roberts,
I’am very happy to know that you are doing well.May God be blessed
Your faith has saved you.Continue to be strong God will be with you.
Best wishes.

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George A Sanders, Sr.
August 21, 2012 at 1:28 pm

Dear Ms. Roberts:

Our prayers and Almighty God will be be your comforter in your hour of need; He will be the One that will see you through this time in need of your life. Jesus, is the way and light to all illnesses – kept the faith because it is impossible to please Him without faith.

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gordon robinson
August 21, 2012 at 1:24 pm

robin, god has graced you with beauty,intelligence,and compassion.you are a special person that god chose for your mission here on earth. while you have suffered, it is a part of the plan you have endured well and continue to do so. keep your faith and trust in god…. he’s not ready to take you home yet. you will be fine

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Laverne
August 21, 2012 at 1:23 pm

ROBIN U ARE IN MY DAILY PRAYERS FOR A FULL RECOVERY, I REALLY MISS U WHEN U R NOT ON GOOD MORNING AMERICA, U HAVE SUCH A WARM AND BEAUTIFUL SMILE, IT IS A PLEASURE FOR ME AND MY FRIENDS TO TURN TO CHANNEL 7 AND U
R THERE MAY THE LORD BLESS AND TAKE CARE OF YOU TODAY AND EVERYDAY FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Joey
August 21, 2012 at 1:21 pm

Still beautiful….God Bless

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gordon
August 21, 2012 at 1:16 pm

you are an amazing individual.i love you, and so do millions of fans. we all are praying for your recovery. god bless you.

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Deborah Schneider
August 21, 2012 at 1:06 pm

Robin,

You are a beautiful woman & GOD will take care of you always. I will keep you & your family in my prayers.

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Bob DePascale
August 21, 2012 at 12:48 pm

God Bless you Robin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
I hope you have a speedy and full recovery.

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janis gricki
August 21, 2012 at 12:42 pm

ROBIN,, GOD BLESS YOU always remember GOD only gives you what he knows you can take. everything will work out OKAY,,,,,, take care how wonderful that you got to go to the vatican!!!!! my dream..

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  Gloria
  August 21, 2012 at 12:49 pm
  
  Robin, I have been a fan of yours since you were on Channel 4 in Nashville, TN. You are the greatest and strongest! I was so relieved to see you back on GMA looking so radiant.
  
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Glenda
August 21, 2012 at 12:28 pm

Robin you are amazingly strong…..God’s got you covered…prayers are with you…..you are a inspiration to all!

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lula thompson
August 21, 2012 at 12:21 pm

may god bless you Robin.

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Brianne
August 21, 2012 at 12:14 pm

The young women of the world should step up and take notice of a strong professional woman who is battling the fight of her life and winning. Go Robin

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Brenda
August 21, 2012 at 12:08 pm

I love Robin Roberts. She is classy and just plain ole’good at what she does. She is a woman that any young girl should admire. She is strong during her fight and has shown that you can win a fight just by being strong.

Robin this comes from Louisville, Ky I hope you come back and visit again. I did not get to see you when you were here. Much Love.

You are in my prayers,

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Norma L Klammer
August 21, 2012 at 12:08 pm

My prayers are with you and your family and friends. I’ve been through cancer surgery and two other surgeries, so I know what it’s like. I wish you the best and as always my prayers are with you.

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sheila miller
August 21, 2012 at 12:04 pm

Iam so thankful that Ms. Roberts is diong well. I can’t even begin to imagine what she’s going through, but I do know that it takes faith, strength, and a loving support system to do it. God bless and we are praying for you. Keep your head up.

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Paul
August 21, 2012 at 11:53 am

So glad you had a great vacation to refuel and live for the moment. I wish you all the best as you continue your journey to wellness. Kick butt, Lady!!
You and the GMA team rock!

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Casey Hickok
August 21, 2012 at 11:45 am

Robin Roberts is just about the greatest outstanding journalist on morning TV. I wish her the very best and pray she will be fully recovered soon and back where she belongs.

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Robbin
August 21, 2012 at 11:44 am

Praying for you Robin! God Bless.

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brenda
August 21, 2012 at 11:43 am

Robin I’m so glad you’ve returned. I was worried about you and missed you terribly and was so excited to hear you were returning.

Take care of yourself and stay strong; you’ve got so many people praying for you and cheering for you.

Lots of love!

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Jean Van Kust
August 21, 2012 at 11:38 am

Robin you are a powerful and beautiful woman, God has plans for you so everything is going to be alright. With my prayers and all the million other prayers you will be alright girl!! God Bless You

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Kay
August 21, 2012 at 11:30 am

Wow, Robin, you are awesome! God is truly a good God. Acknowledge Him in all you do, and you will continue to go from glory to glory!

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Deborah Robinson
August 21, 2012 at 11:10 am

Hello Ms.Robin Roberts, GOD has a plan for you and he for sure is not ready for you to leave us. My family and I send you many PRAYS and BLESSINGS. The overseer is watching you. Your stronger than you think you are,and continue to beleive in yourself. WE LOVE YOU TODAY AND ALWAYS!!!!!!!!! MS.Deborah Robinson and Family

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Ada
August 21, 2012 at 11:08 am

Robin, keeping you in my prayers.

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wanda
August 21, 2012 at 10:52 am

Robin is a remarkable person.

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Gail
August 21, 2012 at 10:52 am

My thoughts are with you Robin. I have always thought you are an amazing person.

I have told my husband many times, “if i ever become famous or something happens that i get on tv, i want Robin to interview me.”

Your in my thoughts

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Anita
August 21, 2012 at 10:43 am

God bless Robin Roberts! If you ever doubt the awesome power of prayer and faith, just tune in to Good Morning, America and watch this outstanding and wonderful journalist!!

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