Robin Roberts shares emotional family update on Mother's Day

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Mother's Day proved to be an emotional affair for Robin Roberts as she took the occasion to remember her own late mother.MORE: GMA's Robin Roberts says she's 'so grateful' as she makes career announcementThe Good Morning America anchor took to social media to share a heartbreaking family anecdote on the occasion that involved her sister Sally-Ann Roberts.VIDEO: Robin Roberts breaks down crying in rare comments about her childhoodShe posted on Instagram that her sister had shared a Mother's Day prayer in honor of their own mom, Lucimarian Roberts, who passed away in 2012."My dear sister @sallyann_roberts shared this prayer with our family this morning," Robin wrote. "Thinking of our beloved momma cheering us on from her Heavenly balcony.

Forever grateful for her love and guidance. Happy Mother's Day."MORE: Robin Roberts tearfully mourns Naomi Judd's death on the airMany of her fans took to the comments section to show their support for the TV star, with one saying: "Thank you, Robin, I send love and comfort to you today.

May your mother's spirit surround you today with Peace and Joy!"A post shared by Robin Roberts (@robinrobertsgma)Robin posted a Mother's Day prayer her sister had sharedAnother wrote: "Thank you Robin!!

Always looking up to Heaven and thanking my Grandmothers and Mothers for being the example I am for my daughters!!" A third also added: "Thank you Robin.