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Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE magazine during the opening night of Call Me Izzy at Broadway\u2019s Studio 54 on June 12, Roberts shared that the couple will be coming to the land of a thousand hills to celebrate nearly two years of marriage.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe’re actually going to Rwanda,\u201d said Roberts, 64. \u201cBecause we wanted to celebrate that way, because our time together has been an adventure. And we thought what better way than to be with the gorillas \u2026 in Rwanda?\u201d<\/p>\n

The celebrated Good Morning America co-anchor and her wife, a massage therapist from the San Francisco Bay Area, tied the knot in an intimate backyard ceremony in Farmington, Connecticut, in September 2023, following nearly two decades together. They first met on a blind date in 2005 and have been inseparable ever since \u2014 a bond strengthened through personal milestones, health challenges, and years of mutual support.<\/p>\n

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The couple\u2019s visit will come as Rwanda continues to grow its reputation as a premier luxury and eco-tourism destination. From trekking endangered mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park to enjoying serene lakefront lodges and vibrant cultural experiences, the country has become a favourite among high-profile visitors seeking meaningful travel.<\/p>\n

Roberts and Laign have long described their relationship as rooted in strong communication and mutual respect. <\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019ve had peaks and valleys \u2014 many more peaks than valleys,\u201d Roberts told PEOPLE. \u201cCommunication\u201d and understanding each other’s backgrounds have been key to their enduring love.<\/p>\n

Laign added, \u201cWe keep it fresh. You\u2019ve got to keep it fresh, have our little date nights.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Their anniversary trip also coincides with another milestone, 20 years together as a couple this July.<\/p>\n

Roberts, known for her warmth and resilience on GMA, has inspired millions through her openness about overcoming breast cancer and a rare bone marrow disorder. Laign, too, is a cancer survivor, having battled breast cancer in recent years. Their mutual support during these health challenges has only deepened their bond.<\/p>\n

With this upcoming trip, the couple joins a growing list of global celebrities drawn to Rwanda\u2019s unique blend of wildlife, culture, and serenity. Other celebrities who have visited Rwanda recently include John Legend and his wife, Chrissy Teigen, who were in the country in February for the Move Afrika concert series.<\/p>\n

Whether exploring lush rainforests or enjoying quiet moments together in Kigali, Roberts and Laign\u2019s Rwandan escape promises to be a celebration not just of their marriage but of love, resilience, and shared adventures.<\/p>\n

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