Robin Roberts certainly deserved to make it to the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame. She’s gone from being a legendary presence at ESPN to Good Morning America, and even getting the job done while battling cancer in 2007 and bone marrow disease (MDS) in 2012.
But in case her resume didn’t convince everyone in attendance at the induction ceremony on Tuesday night, her speech certainly removed all doubt that she belonged in the Hall of Fame. She began with the requisite thanks, but then shared a more personal, more important message with everyone watching:
“All of us, it doesn’t matter [if you’re a] man, woman, black, white, gay, straight, we just want the same opportunities. You can wish hope and pray all you want — I’m a very spiritual person — but you know that you need the help of others to make your hopes; make your dreams come true.”
Watch the entire moving and gracious speech below:
The 56-year-old focuses more on general interest reporting as a GMA host than she does sports specifically, but at ESPN and through her work at sister network ABC, she was a pioneer for women in broadcasting. With a background as a collegiate basketball player, she was able to report on a variety of sports and issues so professionally at ESPN that any claims of tokenism were quickly shot down just by pointing to her performance and work on-camera.
Still, in a career full of highlights, this speech stands out as an especially bright moment among her peers:
Below, see her heartwarming return to Good Morning America after a lengthy and scary medical leave:
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.