Al Roker, the renowned TV weatherman, will become a grandfather! His oldest daughter, 36-year-old Courtney Roker Laga, and her husband Wesley Laga announced their first child on Tuesday.
Courtney revealed the news on Instagram with a cute photo of herself and her husband clutching a “2022” onesie. “A new adventure is about to begin????” read the caption.
Al and his family are thrilled after a tough year. Courtney told TODAY.com, “We are extremely excited to welcome a new member into our family and start this next chapter in our lives. We’re blessed and excited about our miracle.”
Al wrote, “Here we go!!! Really happy! Guys. Pop-Popping.” Deborah Roberts, Al’s wife and Courtney’s stepmother, said, “This is so very exciting!!!???????”
Courtney said she is “feeling great” and the baby is healthy, but she did not reveal her pregnancy status. Al is excited to spoil his first grandson.
The Roker family had a terrible year. Al had prostate cancer surgery in 2020. He returned to work two weeks later and has been documenting his adventures since.
Congrats, Courtney and Wesley! Congratulations to Al on his first grandfatherhood! The Roker family is excited.