NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - WSMV has had a knack for coaching talent that go on to make huge impacts in all aspects of entertainment.

From television news to game shows and even the music industry, many of them can say WSMV is where they gained the tools to succeed. As WSMV celebrates its 75th anniversary, we are taking a look at three names you may remember.

You welcomed them into your home on a nightly basis. The voices and faces are memorable. But after leaving Nashville, what happened to them?

Robin Roberts

One of those names is Robin Roberts, who was a sports anchor/reporter here from 1986 to 1988. She announced her departure on the Ralph Emery Show.

“Robin, nobody wants to see you leave. Where are you going?” he asked on the show.

She said she was heading to a station in Atlanta.

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