Robin Roberts delivers 'painful and difficult' message in the wake of nationwide tragedy

Gayle King has finally recovered from COVID-19 – having tested positive recently after two years of avoiding it – and she has a fellow television host to credit for keeping her entertained while she was in isolation, none other than Robin Roberts!MORE: Gayle King reveals she's tested positive for Covid: 'The thing I've been dreading has finally happened'The star took to Instagram to update fans on her health, revealing that she had taken two COVID-19 tests and both of them came back negative.She shared a video from her home donning a form-fitting purple dress and no make-up look.WATCH: Gayle finally meets her co-star's newbornMORE: Gayle King & Katy Perry pose in figure-hugging outfits – and look stunning"I can't tell you how excited I am," she told fans, detailing that: "Lucky for me, my symptoms were mild, so I did a lot of reading, a lot of homework coming up this week."As she spoke about her journey to recovery, she held in her hands both a book written by Robin, as well as People's latest issue with her on the cover. Gayle explained: "I did get to read something that had nothing to do with homework, it's to you Robin Roberts," going on to show the book, Brighter by the Day, to the camera."This was very helpful to me during this time," she said, as well as: "Robin Roberts Brighter by the Day.

Robin Roberts is a doting dog mom to Lukas, who she adopted with her partner Amber Laign.MORE: Robin Roberts makes heartbreaking revelation about partner AmberLukas is so popular with the GMA star's fans that he even has his own Instagram account, which is regularly updated.And most recently, Lukas was pictured with another dog called Franklin in a picture from Robin and Amber's Connecticut home.VIDEO: Robin Roberts' special bond with GMA co-star Amy RobachFans were quick to ask whether Robin and Amber had adopted another dog, especially as a segment on adopting dogs had recently been played out on GMA.MORE: Robin Roberts urged to stay safe during Ukraine assignmentMORE: Robin Roberts shares emotional details from Naomi Judd's memorial"Is Franklin part of the family now?" one wrote, while another asked: "Omg did I miss something? Did you get another dog?" A third added: "Is Franklin your new dog?" A fourth remarked: "Was Franklin the one you held on the show the other day? Are you fostering or adopting?"Robin and Amber haven't clarified whether or not Franklin is their dog or simply a visitor, but either way it's safe to say he's incredible cute!A post shared by Lil Man LuKas (@lil_man_lukas)Fans think Robin Roberts has adopted another pet dogRobin and Amber adopted Lukas several years ago from the North Shore Animal League in Port Washington, New York. It identifies itself as the largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization in the world.MORE: Robin Roberts mourns devastating death live on airMORE: Robin Roberts shares special present from Gayle KingRobin wasn't quite ready to adopt, but Amber was.

Robin Roberts is one of the most outspoken voices when it comes to rights in media and also about her own personal struggles, and received a beautiful tribute for her work for the same from one of her co-stars.MORE: Robin Roberts urged to stay safe during powerful GMA assignment from UkraineThe Good Morning America anchor's frequent on-air collaborator, ABC's Deborah Roberts, shared a moving few words in honor of pride month as she also delivered an on-air report honoring her friend and colleague.VIDEO: Robin Roberts marks incredible career milestone on GMAAlongside an image of the two from the set, Al Roker's wife wrote: "Wednesday wish…imagine if all of us could be fortunate enough to discover a colleague who's so much more than that. "I'm blessed to call @robinrobertsgma a sister-friend who's truly like family. For more than 20 years we've shared laughs, tears and magical moments.

Julia Roberts and Ethan Hawke are getting to work on their new Netflix thriller.

Robin Roberts undertook one of the most important assignments of her life last week as she flew to Ukraine in the midst of the war to interview Olena Zelenska, the First Lady of Ukraine.MORE: Robin Roberts' memories of beloved father who was in the military amid Memorial DayThe GMA star first shared the news on Thursday, sharing a poignant picture of her looking emotional and tagging the image from Kyiv.VIDEO: Robin Roberts bids farewell to Good Morning AmericaShe wrote: "Today in Kyiv I sat down with Olena Zelenska, the First Lady of Ukraine.A preview tonight with @davidmuirabc on @abcworldnewstonight. Much more of the interview tomorrow on @goodmorningamerica."Her co-stars were quick to wish her safe travels, with Ginger Zee writing: "So grateful for this reporting, safe travels," while Sam Champion wrote: "Safe journey."MORE: Exclusive: Robin Roberts and Amber Laign revamp NY home with help from GMA co-star Lara SpencerDuring her time in Ukraine, Robin was also able to reunite with her GMA co-star who has been reporting on the front line since the start of the war.Backstage footage was also shared by Robin, showing her hugging her colleague after wrapping up the interview.Robin reunited with GMA co-star Ian Pannell in UkraineShe wrote: "Appreciated the opportunity to speak with Olena Zelenska, the First Lady of Ukraine.

Eric Roberts is speaking out!

Eric Roberts is setting the record straight about his so-called feud with sister, Julia Roberts.

Eric Roberts is shooting down rumors of a feud with his sister, Julia Roberts.Eric, 66, debunked longstanding rumors of a clash with his Oscar-winning younger sister while appearing on the podcast «Julia and I have always been fine,» said Eric, who was nominated for an Oscar himself in 1986 for his role in .According to the actor — who is also the father of actress Emma Roberts — the rumors began in 1990, when he was doing press for one of his films and he kept getting questions about Julia's career-making performance in .«I think years and years ago, I was doing a press tour for some movie. I don’t even know what movie it was.

A complicated relationship. While Julia Roberts and her older brother, Eric Roberts, have a typical sibling bond now, that wasn’t always the case.

Eric Roberts is shutting down any rumours of a feud with his sister Julia.

Robin Roberts was one of the Good Morning America co-anchors absent from the ABC daytime show on Monday as she marked Memorial Day.MORE: Robin Roberts makes heartbreaking revelation about partner AmberThe TV star, along with Michael Strahan and George Stephanopoulos, had the day off on the US holiday, which honors the lives of military personnel, in particular those who have died while serving in the United States armed forces.The day will no doubt have been poignant for Robin, who has a close connection to the military in her own family.VIDEO: Robin Roberts shares glimpse inside her Connecticut homeHer beloved father Colonel Lawrence E. Roberts dedicated more than 32 years of his life to the military, and Robin has proudly opened up about his legacy on many occasions.MORE: Robin Roberts shares emotional details from Naomi Judd's memorialMORE: Robin Roberts shares emotional family update on Mother's DayThe star will no doubt have her father on her mind during her time off work.

Robin Roberts and her longtime partner Amber Laign split their time between their lavish home in Connecticut and their plush pad in New York. But they're ready to shake things up and they've got the backing of one very special person.MORE: Inside GMA hosts' pristine homes: Michael Strahan, Robin Roberts and moreDuring an exclusive chat with HELLO! Robin's GMA co-host, Lara Spencer, revealed she's currently helping the couple to revamp their home in the Big Apple and to say she's dedicated to the job would be an understatement. WATCH: Robin Roberts gives tour of incredible gardens at her Connecticut home The Everything But the House star said: "Right now I'm working with Robin and her partner Amber to decorate their apartment. "This is the second project I've done with Robin.

Robin Roberts is a fan favorite on Good Morning America so she will no doubt be missed when she steps away from the studios for an exciting new adventure.MORE: Robin Roberts' partner Amber talks about her health in rare videoOn Thursday, Robin revealed during her morning message and prayer video on Instagram that her fans will have to go without her daily wisdom next week as she will be elsewhere on a "special assignment".WATCH: Robin Roberts bids farewell to Good Morning America"Glam fam and I, we're not going to be with you next week," she said at the end of the video. "We're hitting the road for a very special assignment, but we will be back before you know it." While Robin didn't give specifics, it is highly likely that she is heading over to the UK to cover the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations for GMA.

The first trailer for Emma Roberts‘ new horror-thriller has been released.

Julia Roberts, like many around the world, was left heartbroken by the events that took place in Uvalde, Texas, and made a rare social media statement in response.MORE: Julia Roberts admires new 21-carat diamond ring after rare comment about marriageALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleThe actress was devastated by the shooting that killed 19 innocent children and teachers and reshared a statement made by youth poet laureate Amanda Gorman.VIDEO: Julia Roberts finally joins InstagramIt read: “It takes a monster to kill children. But to watch monsters kill children again and again and do nothing isn’t just insanity - it's inhumanity.”She accompanied it with several broken-hearted emojis to express her pain and remorse.MORE: Julia Roberts is a vision as she shares beautiful photo - 'I'm so lucky'Julia did also express more of her anger with a follow-up post targeted towards the debate surrounding gun control.The Pretty Woman star shared a photograph of a news clipping that read: “Sacramento police held a gun buyback event.

Carrie Underwood's husband Mike Fisher is notoriously private and rarely shares posts on social media.MORE: Hoda Kotb hosts Today alone and delivers heartbreaking message about the Texas shootingHowever, in the wake of the heartbreaking Texas school shooting on Tuesday, the sportsman returned to Instagram to re-share an emotional message.The dad-of-two took to Instagram Stories to share Robby Starbuck's message, which read: "AMERICAN politicians gave $40 BILLION to politicians in UKRAINE last week. Some of that $ was used to pay Ukrainian politicians.

Kelly Ripa is opening up about the grim reality of being a parent in a country with such little gun control.ALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleThe star, joined by Ryan Seacrest on Live! With Kelly and Ryan, gave an impassioned statement on the morning show following the news that 19 children and two adults had been killed by an 18-year-old gunman.Kelly put it plain and simple, saying: "I have not slept yet, because I am enraged, again, and again, and again."WATCH: CBS' Tony Dokoupil reports from Robb Elementary SchoolMORE: Kelly Ripa's son Joaquin twins with dad Mark Consuelos during night out in New YorkShe reminded viewers of the stark contrast between the amount of shootings abroad versus in the United States, saying: "In case you are keeping score, there have been thirty school shootings this year."The mass shooting at Robb Elementary School marked the 212th mass shooting in 2022 alone, just ten days after another gunman opened fire at a Buffalo, New York supermarket, killing ten Black people.The talk show host continued her heartbreaking statement with the unfortunate realization that: "There's a whole bunch we haven't even heard about, that didn't even make the news."The heartbreaking conversationShe pleaded with viewers: "So what are we doing? And who are we as a society?"MORE: Kelly Ripa plays matchmaker for son Joaquin with surprising dateMORE: Kelly Ripa's son Michael's throwback photo will leave you doing a double takeRyan went on to mention his sister, who has a three-year-old, and Kelly endearingly revealed that she was one of the first people she thought about when she first learned about the shooting, knowing the dread all parents of school-aged children