‘Good Morning America’ host Robin Roberts to be guest announcer on Grand Ole Opry

Robin Roberts to be guest announcer on Opry

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Robin Roberts, co-host of ABC’s “Good Morning America” and a breast cancer survivor, will be guest announcer this Friday during a special Grand Ole Opry show promoting research about the disease.

Roberts, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007, will introduce acts during the long-running live country music show.

According to a news release from the Opry, Carrie Underwood will flip a switch turning the Opry’s signature red barn backdrop pink in support of breast cancer research.

Roberts has written a book, “From the Heart: Eight Rules to Live By,” which chronicles her experiences since being diagnosed.