Good Morning America’s Robin Roberts, already recognized for her strength and tenacity during her previous medical ordeal, is being honored, once again.
According to a
statement from Diane von Furstenberg’s Diller-von Furstenberg Family Foundation, Roberts has been chosen to receive a lifetime leadership award for the “extraordinary grace and courage” she has shown in her fight against breast cancer and a blood disorder.The People’s Voice Award nominees, selected via online voting, celebrates women who use “vision, resources and commitment” to further positive change.
Roberts, who recently returned back to television after a life-altering surgery, continues to be a role model to people who admire her comeback.
Each DVF award winner receives $50,000 for her cause.
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