Robin Roberts asks for reassurance in emotional message following partner Amber's cancer diagnosis

Robin Roberts was noticeably missing from Monday's Good Morning America, along with her regular co-anchors Michael Strahan and George Stephanopoulos.MORE: GMA's George Stephanopoulos absent from new work video - fans say the same thingWhile it hasn't been revealed what the GMA stars are doing, it's certainly a busy time for all of them with their respective schedules – in particular Robin.Just days before, the star had shared some exciting news about her upcoming book on Instagram.VIDEO: Robin Roberts shares glimpse inside her colorful country homeThe 61-year-old has written her latest book, Brighter by the Day, Waking Up to New Hopes and Dreams, which will hit the shelves on 12 April.MORE: Robin Roberts and Gayle King leave fans stunned with new photoMORE: Robin Roberts urged to stay safe and warm as she shares new update from her current locationRobin shared a preview copy of the book on her feed, along with the news that a free bookmark will be given to all those who pre-order the book.The bookmark is incredibly meaningful too, as it has a prayer that Robin's mom taught her as a little girl.A post shared by Robin Roberts (@robinrobertsgma)Robin Roberts shared a new update on her upcoming bookThe star explained: "This particular bookmark features the prayer my momma taught me as a child and I say every day. To help me remember she called it the 2 L's and 2 P's.

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Stanley Tucci is opening up about his cancer battle and why it took him so long to get his diagnosis.In 's latest cover story, the star of CNN's food and travel series, said he feels «incredibly lucky» to be alive today after undergoing radiation and chemotherapy treatments that ravaged his body.Tucci was diagnosed with a tumor on his tongue in 2017, but it took two years of him living with extreme pain in his jaw before his condition was accurately diagnosed.«I had a scan, but the scan missed it. And of course, when you think that there might be something wrong, you're also afraid that there is something wrong,» Tucci, who lost his first wife, Kate, to breast cancer in 2009, told the outlet.It took seeing multiple doctors to finally discover that he had a three-centimeter tumor at the base of his tongue.«They couldn't do surgery because the tumor was so big.

Robin Roberts has made quite the name for herself as one of the staples of daytime television thanks to Good Morning America, and her latest appearance paired her up with several other stalwarts of morning TV.MORE: Robin Roberts shares new photo of partner Amber resting at home as she thanks fans for their supportThe ABC star made an appearance at an event in New York hosted by Kimberly Godwin, the President of ABC News, along with several other daytime heavyweights.WATCH: Robin Roberts bids farewell to Good Morning AmericaJoining her was popular Today Show weatherman Al Roker and CBS Morning's Gayle King as well as a host of other prominent NBC, CBS, and ABC journalists.Al shared pictures of the event on his social media, in honor of International Women's Day, writing: "Speaking of #internationalwomensday joined a great group last night at @michaelsnewyork celebrating @newsmom8 the President of @abcnews along with @robinrobertsgma and @gayleking along with a host of others from @nbcnews and @cbsnews."MORE: CBS Morning stars Gayle King, Tony Dokoupil and Nate Burleson share hilarious video with fansAl himself also shares a close bond with several of the GMA hosts given that his wife Deborah Roberts frequently works with them as a reporter for ABC.Fans immediately gushed over the pictures, especially one in which Al posed alongside Robin and Gayle, with one saying: "Only the best of the best."A post shared by Al Roker (@alroker)Robin joined Gayle, Al, and several other journalists at a special eventAnother said: "Black EXCELLENCE!!!!" Kimberly herself also responded, saying: "So honored to have you all there my friend! Thank you for a wonderful evening."Robin has been balancing her time between such events, her usual

cancer in 2014 in order to help others be aware of the disease, after revealing he had ‘no symptoms’.  The musician and TV star, 64, is hoping to raise more awareness of the risk of prostate cancer, which was diagnosed following a routine blood test.  He has teamed up with men’s health charity Prostate Cancer UK for a musical event called Raise the Roof, which will see stars including Paul Weller and Spice Girl Melanie C take to the stage at the Royal Albert Hall on June 22.

Robin Roberts has made clear how much she enjoys being part of the ABC family, and took to social media to pay tribute to some of the lesser-known members of her team.MORE: Robin Roberts asks for reassurance in emotional message following partner Amber's cancer diagnosisThe Good Morning America star shared pictures of a few members from the backstage crew who make the show all the more seamless for everyone involved.WATCH: GMA's Michael Strahan reacts to Robin Roberts' nicknameAlong with their shots, shown as a sneak-peek at an upcoming special in time for National Employee Appreciation Day on 4 March, Robin wrote: "National Employee Appreciation Day is this Friday but we couldn't wait to celebrate our crew behind the scenes. "Their hard work makes it a joy to say those three magical words to America each morning.

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Good Morning America star Robin Roberts was absent from the New York studios on Monday's show for a very good reason.MORE: Robin Roberts shares emotional message as partner Amber starts her chemoDespite the on-going bad news in the media, Robin made sure to put a smile on viewer's faces at the start of the week as she surprised one deserving fan live on air.Hosts Amy Robach and George Stephanopoulos cut live to Philadelphia from the ABC studios, where Robin was waiting at a school.VIDEO: Robin Roberts shares glimpse inside incredible country home"We are going to change gears right now and go to Philadelphia where we have a big surprise for a very devoted teacher and her school as we close out Black History Month.MORE: Robin Roberts reveals partner Amber's heartbreaking cancer diagnosisMORE: Robin Roberts to take a backseat from GMA following partner Amber's cancer newsRobin is in Philadelphia for that," George explained.Cutting to Robin, the 61-year-old told her co-hosts: "We're going to share some good news with everybody because a lot of people, George and Amy, are loving the show Abbott Elementary, which was inspired by the Philadelphia Public School system and its dedicated teachers. Robin Roberts shared some exciting news on GMA"So this morning we are teaming up with the show's star Quinta Brunson, she's here to honor one of the incredible educators here at the Benjamin B.

Robin Roberts has been inundated with messages of support for both her and her partner Amber Laign, following the news of Amber's breast cancer.MORE: Robin Roberts reveals partner Amber's heartbreaking cancer diagnosisThe Good Morning America star told viewers of the ABC morning show on Thursday that she would be off from time to time as she supports her long-term partner, who has been battling cancer for the past year.Since making the news public, Robin revealed that Amber was starting her chemotherapy on Friday, and has since shared a new message for her other half.VIDEO: GMA's Robin Roberts gives a tour inside her Connecticut home where she lives with partner AmberTaking to the couple's popular Instagram account dedicated to their beloved rescue dog, Lukas, Robin shared a photo of their pet pooch standing upright on the sofa with a stuffed toy in his mouth.MORE: Robin Roberts to take a backseat from GMA following partner Amber's cancer newsMORE: Robin Roberts makes fans emotional with remarkable revelation about time with GMA"Love you mommy... you've got this," the caption read, alongside a love heart emoji.Fans were quick to comment on the post, with one writing: "Sending prayers for your mom, she's got this!" while another wrote: "We are praying for your Amber." A third added: "Oh my goodness.

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Robin Roberts shared some sad news about her longtime partner, Amber Laign.

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Robin Roberts shared the heartbreaking news of her partner Amber's breast cancer battle with her fans on Thursday, in a video shared on Instagram. MORE: Robin Roberts reveals partner Amber's heartbreaking cancer diagnosisThe Good Morning America star revealed that as a result, she would be stepping away from the show from time to time.