Monday, June 11, 2012

Robin Roberts Reveals She Has MDS Blood Disorder, Needs Bone Marrow Transplant

Robin Roberts

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'Good Morning America' anchor Robin Roberts announced on Monday's show that she has MDS, a rare blood disorder that will necessitate a bone marrow transplant.

Roberts made the serious announcement at the end of the broadcast, surrounded by her 'GMA' colleagues and in front of her sister, who will be donating her marrow.

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'I am going to beat this,' said the 'Good Morning America' veteran, who successfully battled breast cancer five years ago.

Roberts became understandably emotional during the segment, but mostly showed the strength and grace for which she's become known ' on and off-camera.

Gossip Cop wishes Roberts well as she takes on her new health challenge.

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  • Robin, I wish you the very best. You are brave and strong and you will win and come through this fine. You are in my prayers.

  • Robin, I wish you the very best. You are brave and strong and you will win and come through this fine. You are in my prayers.



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