Sophia Michaels
Even before Eva Pilgrim joined “GMA” full-time, she was already acquainted with the anchor lineup due to her experience appearing in special segments and interviews on the weekends. Sometimes, though, she found her way to the weekday slots. In August 2022, Pilgrim led a discussion surrounding Hailey Bieber and her marital struggles with her husband, Justin Bieber. After a pre-recorded package full of Hailey’s soundbites played, Pilgrim jumped right into the conversation. “Hailey [is] really embracing the idea that life will change and grow, but you heard her. They are putting in the work to keep it good,” said Pilgrim during “GMA.” “You guys, we’re all married, we know it takes work,” Pilgrim confidently said.
Ironically, Roberts wasn’t married and never has been. “I’m not married,” Roberts quipped as the rest of the anchors burst into laughter. “Trust me, [relationships] take work even if you’re not!” (via The Sun). After Amy Robach pointed out that Roberts paused before correcting Pilgrim — as if she was considering whether Pilgrim was right — Roberts responded: “I was like, ‘Wait a minute!'”
Fortunately, Pilgrim didn’t actually step on Roberts’ toes and prevent her from announcing her own marriage plans. It would’ve definitely made for some interesting television, however.
