Renowned meteorologist Brandon Roux has said goodbye to his long-time career at Detroit’s WDIV television station. After 13 years with Local 4 News, Brandon took to social media to share the news of his unexpected departure from the 4Warn Weather Team. In addition to his meteorology career, Brandon is also the husband of his lovely wife Antonietta Pennella.
Learn more about their relationship and children in the article below.
Meet Antonietta Pennella, Weather Forecaster Brandon Roux’s Wife
Announcing his sudden departure from WDIV, meteorologist Brandon Roux wrote, “Do you like music? Tune in to Local 4 News to hear my… Swan Song. My last broadcast at WDIV will begin Sunday morning. These are the words we use to say goodbye,” on Facebook on July 2, 2023.
On his final day at WDIV, Local 4 News paid tribute to the renowned meteorologist. “Brandon Roux was an integral part of the 4Warn Weather Team, working hard to ensure Metro Detroit viewers were informed and prepared for what was ahead. Local 4 wishes Brandon Roux the best in his next opportunity,” ClickOnDetroit wrote.
The 2009 Associated Press Award winner for Outstanding Weather Reporting has yet to announce his future plans for his career. However, given his illustrious past, he is sure to move on to bigger projects.
Speaking of Brandon’s meteorology career, he was a Radio Meteorologist at WBNS in Columbus, Ohio before starting at WDIV in 2010. Additionally, Brandon has also reported for WFTC in Minneapolis, Minn., KTNV in Las Vegas, Nev., and KIVI in Boise, Idaho.
Workaholic Brandon has been married to his wife, Antonietta Pennella, for over 25 years. On May 16, 2015, Brandon took to Facebook to share several photos of himself, Antonietta, and their children to celebrate his and his wife’s 17th wedding anniversary.
On Mother’s Day 2016, Antonietta was one of the women Brandon thanked along with his mother. “Happy Mother’s Day to the amazing women in my life. So lucky to have Gloria Roux, Allison Roux Collins, Kendra Roux and my partner Antonietta Pennella Roux! Love you all!!!,” he shared on Facebook.
Brandon Roux And Antonietta Pennella Children
Brandon Roux and Antonietta Pennella are the parents of two children, Christian and Gianna Roux.
Christian turns 19 in 2022. Brandon writes, “The big man, Christian Roux, turns 13! Started the day by donating… to Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries. Then it was a lot of receiving and the joy of sharing a birthday party with Gloria Roux, baby of the year!”, on Christian’s 13th birthday.
Those who follow Brandon know that he and his son have type 1 diabetes. Brandon also devotes a lot of time to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the American Diabetes Association of Michigan outside of his professional career.
On September 26, 2016, Brandon shared on Facebook that he helped the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation raise $1 million.
Antonietta and Brandon’s second child, Gianna Roux, is a girl. Gianna was 16 when this article was written. On Gianna’s 11th birthday, Brandon shared some photos from the celebration on Facebook and captioned it, “Help me wish my daughter, Gianna, a very happy 11th birthday 🎉 She is beautiful inside and out. A slime-making, ukulele-playing, animal-loving child, she is a thought-provoking blessing to her family and friends. We love you, Gianna Hazel Roux!!!”
She is a junior at Grosse Pointe North and an intern at North Pointe. Gianna has been on the Grosse Pointe North tennis team since her freshman year.
Antonietta Pennella Age
According to radaris.com, Antonietta is 49 years old at the time of this writing in July 2023.
Who are Antonietta Pennella’s parents?
Currently, Antonietta is closest to Brandon’s parents, or her in-laws. Antonietta’s father-in-law is Frank Roux and her mother-in-law is Gloria Roux.
Antonietta’s mother is Caterina Pennella and she just turned 73 not long ago.
Antonietta also has an older sister named Rosa Pennella, 54, and Rosa has a daughter named Karina Torres.
Antonietta Pennella’s work
Although Antonietta lives a rather private life, we have gathered some information regarding her work and career.
Her LinkedIn username shows that she has worked as a Substitute Teacher at Grosse Pointe Public Schools and a Teacher’s Assistant at Gross Pointe Kindergarten.
Other than that, we don’t know much about Antonietta’s professional life.
Related FAQs
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Where is Antonietta Pennella from?
According to her Facebook, substitute teacher Antonietta is from Harrison, New York. She may be of Italian descent.
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When is Antonietta Pennella’s birthday?
Antonietta celebrates her birthday on December 6.
On December 6, 2017, Brandon wrote a heartfelt post wishing his wife a happy birthday. He wrote, “Help me celebrate my wife’s life. Today is her day. She has supported her husband’s crazy career and is the only earthly reason we are successful. She cracks us up and pushes us, and is our spiritual leader at home. I love you so much Antonietta Pennella Roux and love that you love me endlessly.”
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Is Antonietta Pennella on Instagram and Facebook?
Antoniettta Pennella has an Instagram account @netta_roux and only has 13 followers. With a private account and only 2 posts, it seems that Antonietta is no longer active on the platform.
Antonietta also has nearly 500 friends on Facebook.