Al Roker, the beloved *Today* show weatherman, has shared exciting news with his followers: 

his daughter, Leila Roker, is officially engaged to her longtime boyfriend, Sylvain Gricourt.

The couple’s engagement announcement was shared by Al on Instagram on Sunday,

where he expressed his joy and excitement for the couple’s future together.

In his post, Al, 70, wrote, “Well, it is now official. @gricourt.thegreat has proposed to my little girl, @leilaroker in the romantic city of Venice.”

He added, “We could not be happier, and look forward to planning for these two wonderful young folks coming together.”

It’s clear that Al, alongside his wife, ABC News journalist Deborah Roberts, is overjoyed about the milestone in their daughter’s life.

Leila, 26, also shared the happy news on her Instagram, where she gushed about the proposal. “8 years ago, I moved to Paris 🇫🇷, 7 years ago I met my person and best friend 💖, and 2 days ago, that person took me on the most amazing surprise trip to Venice 🇮🇹 to ask me to spend the rest of our lives together 💍 💕💕.” Leila’s heartfelt message was accompanied by a beautiful carousel of engagement photos, showcasing her excitement about the proposal and the picturesque city of Venice, where Sylvain popped the question.

Al Roker’s wife, Deborah, also took to social media to celebrate the couple’s engagement. She commented on Leila’s post, writing, “We could not be happier and more joyful!!!! Welcome to the family Sylvain! Now let’s plan a wedding! 🔔 ❤️❤️.” Clearly, Deborah is thrilled to welcome Sylvain into the family as they embark on this exciting new chapter.

Sylvain, 33, who has been Leila’s partner for several years, also shared a post on Instagram to mark the engagement. He wrote, “Just two days ago I put a ring on her finger, and that’s the best thing I did in the last 33 years 💍❤️.” He added a romantic message in French, saying, “@leilaroker qu’est-ce que tu dis de passer les 33 prochaines ensemble, et toutes celles d’après ?” which translates to, “What do you say about spending the next 33 together, and all the ones after that?

Leila’s engagement ring, a pear-shaped diamond, sparkled in the photos, symbolizing the couple’s deep commitment to one another. In the engagement photos, Leila looked stunning in a little black dress, while Sylvain looked dashing in a black jacket and matching pants. The couple’s love was palpable in the photos, with their smiles radiating the happiness they are feeling during this special time.

As a freelance journalist and content creator, Leila has built a career for herself and shared many aspects of her personal life on social media. Her relationship with Sylvain has been a key part of her journey, and their engagement marks the beginning of a new chapter in their lives together.

The couple’s engagement was met with an outpouring of love and congratulations from friends, family, and even celebrities. Robin Roberts, co-anchor of *Good Morning America*, commented on Leila’s post, writing, “Congratulations…incredibly happy for you! ❤️❤️.” It’s clear that the couple’s joy is being celebrated by many.

Leading up to the proposal, Leila and Sylvain had been sharing romantic snapshots from their Venice vacation, giving fans a glimpse of their relationship and the beautiful city where Sylvain chose to pop the question. Venice, with its charming canals and romantic atmosphere, provided the perfect backdrop for the proposal, making the moment even more unforgettable.

Leila is one of two children that Al Roker shares with his wife Deborah Roberts. Over the years, Leila has maintained a relatively private life, with her engagement to Sylvain now marking a special public moment. Al Roker, who has become a household name thanks to his long career on *Today*, has clearly expressed his pride and excitement for his daughter, sharing this joyous moment with his many fans.

As plans for the wedding begin, it’s clear that Al and Deborah couldn’t be happier for their daughter. With the Roker family’s support, Leila and Sylvain are poised to begin the next chapter of their lives together, surrounded by love and well-wishes from their families and fans alike.