Thanksgiving is typically a time for family gatherings, and for Good Morning America hosts Robin Roberts, Michael Strahan, and George Stephanopoulos, 

it often means taking a well-deserved break from their morning show duties to spend time with loved ones.

However, this year, Robin’s holiday plans took an unexpected turn as she opted for a more intimate celebration away from the usual family-filled festivities.

A Change in Holiday Traditions

While her co-hosts also took time off for the holiday, Robin made a surprising revelation on GMA,

sharing that she and her wife, Amber Laign, would be spending Thanksgiving alone this year.

Instead of their usual large family gathering, the couple decided to embrace a quieter holiday with just each other and their beloved dog, Lil Man.

“Normally, we have a big family gathering, but this year Amber and I are spending Thanksgiving just the two of us,” Robin shared during a conversation about holiday traditions on the show.

Rather than staying at their Connecticut home, the couple opted for a trip to their favorite getaway spot—Key West. “It’s our happy place,” Robin revealed. “I’m looking forward to reflecting on our blessings in a peaceful setting.”

Robin later took to Instagram to share photos of Lil Man’s excitement about the trip, captioning the post, “@lil_man_lukas reactions when we told him we are headed to our happy place for Thanksgiving. #GetYourRescueOn.” It’s clear that their furry companion shares their love for the sun-soaked destination.

A Well-Deserved Break

The serene Key West retreat comes at the perfect time for Robin, who has been keeping a packed schedule between her GMA duties in New York and various assignments abroad.

Over the years, she has remained a staple of the morning news program, having been a valued member of the Good Morning America team since the early 2000s.

Her contributions to journalism were recently recognized with a prestigious honor. Robin was awarded the Poynter Institute’s Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Journalism, a testament to her decades of excellence in the industry.

ABC celebrated her accomplishment with a heartfelt message on social media, stating, “Congratulations to Robin Roberts on receiving Poynter’s Medal for Lifetime Achievement. We are so proud as she accepted the esteemed award.”

Given her dedication to her career, this relaxing Thanksgiving retreat offers a rare moment of rest for the celebrated journalist.

Celebrating Another Milestone as a Married Couple

This year’s holiday season holds additional significance for Robin, as it marks her second Thanksgiving as a married woman.

She and Amber tied the knot in September 2023 in a beautiful ceremony at their Connecticut home, surrounded by family, friends, and many of Robin’s GMA colleagues.

The star-studded guest list included co-hosts Michael Strahan, Lara Spencer, Jennifer Ashton, and Ginger Zee. Other notable attendees included ABC News anchor Deborah Roberts and her husband, Today anchor Al Roker.

Robin and Amber’s love story is one that nearly didn’t happen, as the GMA host previously admitted she had attempted to cancel their first blind date multiple times.

However, fate had other plans, and the couple has since built a strong and loving partnership that has endured through life’s ups and downs.

A Season of Gratitude

Although this year’s Thanksgiving looked different for Robin and Amber, it was still a time for gratitude and reflection.

Spending the holiday in their “happy place” allowed them to enjoy each other’s company without the usual hustle and bustle of a large gathering.

While fans may have missed seeing Robin on Good Morning America during the holiday, they can be sure that she returned recharged and ready to take on the busy season ahead.

With her unwavering positivity and dedication to her work, Robin continues to inspire audiences both on and off the screen.