Amber Laign & Robin Roberts
Robin Roberts, the host of ABC’s Good Morning America, didn’t announce her sexuality until December 2013. However, her co-workers and friends have long known about her preference long before. At the same time of her announcement, Roberts similarly declared that she is in a relationship with massage therapist Amber Laign since 2005.
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In 2015, Roberts was one of 31 LGBT History Month Icons as according to the Equality Forum. She received a Peabody Award in 2012 as well as an Arthur Ashe Courage Award from ESPN in 2013 due to her public promotion of bone marrow donations, having had bone marrow disease herself.
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Sean Eldridge & Chris Hughes
Chris Hughes, known for his entrepreneurial endeavors and role as a spokesperson for Facebook, leads a multifaceted life that extends beyond his professional responsibilities. At the heart of it all is his profound love and commitment to his husband, Sean Eldridge, a prominent political activist. In 2012, Hughes and Eldridge took a significant step in solidifying their bond by exchanging vows and tying the knot.
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Despite their demanding schedules and numerous commitments, they prioritize nurturing and caring for each other in the best way possible. While Eldridge serves as the President of Stand-Up America, a progressive advocacy community, Hughes wholeheartedly supports his husband's endeavors, further strengthening their shared values and commitment to making a positive impact in the world.