Every morning feels like a gift for Amy Robach these days. The vibrant Good Morning America co-host is living her best life—she's happily married to Melrose Place alum Andrew Shue, excelling at her dream job anchoring ABC’s news magazine 20/20, and celebrating five years as a breast cancer survivor. To mark this incredible milestone, Amy recently embarked on an unforgettable adventure, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro alongside a group of close friends and family members.
In an exclusive interview with Closer Weekly during the Breast Cancer Research Foundation Symposium and Awards Luncheon in NYC, Amy opened up about the profound meaning behind this monumental climb. "We did it to commemorate the journey," she shared, her voice filled with emotion. "It's about facing your fears head-on and letting them propel you to be better—not just for yourself, but for everyone around you. It's about conquering fear and using it as fuel to treat people with more kindness and compassion."
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A Life-Changing Diagnosis
At 45 years old, Amy’s life took an unexpected turn in 2013 when she learned of her breast cancer diagnosis live on national television. It happened during a segment where she underwent a mammogram in front of millions of viewers. At first, Amy was hesitant, thinking, "Why me? I don’t have a family history of breast cancer." But as the results came back positive, her world shifted in an instant. In a heartfelt package that aired shortly after the diagnosis, Amy revealed, "I know I have a fight ahead of me, but I also know I have so much worth fighting for."
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Celebrating Five Years of Strength
Fast forward five years, and Amy is not just surviving—she’s thriving. While she acknowledges the reality of entering a high-risk period for potential relapses, she remains optimistic and resilient. "I feel stronger today than I ever did before cancer," she says with conviction. "Physically, mentally, and spiritually, I’m in the best place I’ve ever been. Everything I’ve been through has made me tougher, wiser, and more grateful."
A New Perspective on Life
Amy’s battle with cancer has given her a profound new outlook on life. "Security is an illusion—we never truly know what the next hour will bring," she reflects. "As a journalist, I thought I understood this after covering countless tragedies and natural disasters. But it wasn’t until my own health was threatened that the lesson truly hit home." She continues, "Cancer woke me up to a new reality: the only moment we can truly count on is right now. That’s where the magic happens."
Whether she’s scaling the tallest peak in Africa or enjoying quiet evenings at home with Andrew, Amy is savoring every moment. "Some nights, we just chill on the couch, watching TV with a glass of wine," she laughs. "That’s how old we are!"
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