Joyful Engagement Announcement
Al Roker and Deborah Roberts’ daughter, Leila Roker, is engaged to longtime boyfriend Sylvain Gricourt. Al Roker shared the exciting news on Instagram with a heartfelt post. “Well, it is now official. @gricourt.thegreat has proposed to my little girl, @leilaroker in the romantic city of Venice,” he captioned the celebratory post. The “Today” weatherman expressed his joy, stating that they couldn’t be happier and are looking forward to planning the wedding. The engagement photos shared by Al and Leila showcased the couple’s happiness and the stunning backdrop of Venice.
Heartwarming Responses from Family
Leila, who is 26, also shared the news on her Instagram account. She reflected on their journey, mentioning that she moved to Paris eight years ago, met Sylvain seven years ago, and he proposed during a surprise trip to Venice. Her mother, Deborah Roberts, was overjoyed, leaving a heartfelt comment congratulating the couple and welcoming Sylvain into the family. Deborah, who shares son Nicholas with Al, expressed their happiness and eagerness to start wedding planning.
Leila’s Personal Announcement
Leila’s Instagram post detailed the romantic proposal, describing Sylvain as her person and best friend. She shared a photo carousel of their engagement, wearing a little black dress, while Sylvain opted for a black jacket and matching pants. The romantic trip to Venice was captured in their posts, showcasing their love and the beautiful city.
Sylvain’s Romantic Proposal
Sylvain Gricourt, 33, proposed to Leila with a stunning pear-shaped diamond ring. He shared his joy on Instagram, calling it the best thing he’s done in his 33 years. He also wrote a romantic message in French, asking Leila to spend the next 33 years and beyond with him. The couple’s happiness was evident in their posts, with friends and fans congratulating them.
Celebrity Congratulations and Venice Getaway
The couple received many congratulatory messages, including one from Good Morning America co-host Robin Roberts, who expressed her happiness for them. In the days leading up to the engagement, Leila and Sylvain shared romantic photos from their Venice vacation, capturing moments like their visit to Caffè Florian, a historic café overlooking Piazza San Marco.
Balancing Joy with Recent Loss
The Roker family recently mourned the death of Al’s first wife, Alice Bell, who passed away last month at 77. Her daughter, Courtney Roker, paid tribute to her mother on Instagram, sharing her grief and memories. Despite the recent loss, the family is celebrating the new chapter in Leila’s life, highlighting the balance between sorrow and joy.
