Robin Roberts and George Stephanopoulos receive Hollywood stars
On November 5, 2026, Robin Roberts and George Stephanopoulos were honored with stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. This event marked the conclusion of a yearlong celebration commemorating the 50th anniversary of their show, “Good Morning America,” which debuted on November 3, 1975.
Speakers at the ceremony highlight their careers
The ceremony took place at 6920 Hollywood Blvd., near the El Capitan Theatre, and featured speeches from notable figures including actress Niecy Nash-Betts, actor Michael J. Fox, and Michael Strahan, who co-anchors “Good Morning America” with Roberts and Stephanopoulos. Strahan praised Stephanopoulos, calling him “a remarkable man” with a distinguished career in journalism and previously in the White House as communications director for President Bill Clinton.
Fox humorously noted Stephanopoulos’s early morning habits, jokingly suggesting he should run for president in 2028. Stephanopoulos expressed his gratitude for his colleagues, stating, “I can’t imagine that I sit at a desk with a Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame member. An NFL Hall of Famer.”
Roberts and Stephanopoulos reflect on their partnership
Both anchors shared insights about their early morning routines, with Stephanopoulos waking up at 3:30 a.m. and Roberts at 3:45 a.m. They discussed how their differing backgrounds have fostered a strong bond, emphasizing their shared passion for storytelling. Roberts remarked, “If you look at our resumes, we could not be more different, but it’s the similarities that bond us.”
Background on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Hollywood Walk of Fame was established in 1960 and features over 2,800 stars, with Roberts and Stephanopoulos’s stars being the 2,862nd and 2,863rd added. The Walk of Fame recognizes individuals in the entertainment industry for their contributions to film, television, music, and radio.
