Who is Antonietta Pennella? Meet Brandon Roux’s wife!

Famed meteorologist Brandon Roux bids farewell to his long career at Detroit television station WDIV. 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 meteorological career, Brandon is also the husband of his lovely wife Antonietta Pennella.

More about their relationship and kids in the article below.

Meet Antonietta Pennella, Weatherman Brandon Roux’s Wife

Announcing his sudden departure from WDIV, weather expert Brandon Roux wrote: “Do you like music? Follow Local 4 News for… My swan song. My final hour on the air at WDIV will be Sunday morning. These are the words we use to say goodbye,” on Facebook on July 2, 2023.

On his last day at WDIV, Local 4 news paid tribute to the famous weather forecaster. “Brandon Roux is an integral part of the 4Warn Weather Team, always working to ensure Metro Detroit viewers are informed and prepared for what’s to come. Local 4 wishes Brandon Roux all the best in his next opportunity,” ClickOnDetroit wrote.

The 2009 Associated Press Award winner for Outstanding Weather Operations has not yet announced future plans for his career. However, considering his glorious past, he will definitely move on to bigger projects.

Talking about Brandon’s meteorological career, he worked as a Broadcast Meteorologist at WBNS in Columbus, Ohio before starting at WDIV in 2010. Furthermore, Brandon 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 some photos of himself, Antonietta, and their children in celebration of his and his wife’s 17th wedding anniversary.

On Mother’s Day 2016, Antonietta was one of the women whom Brandon, along with his mother, thanked. He shared: “Happy Mother’s Day to the wonderful women in my life. So lucky to have Gloria Roux, Allison Roux Collins, Kendra Roux and my rocker Antonietta Pennella Roux! Love you all!!!”, on Facebook.

Brandon Roux And Antonietta Pennella Children

Brandon Roux and Antonietta Pennella are parents to their two children, Christian and Gianna Roux.

Christian turns 19 in 2022. Brandon wrote, “The great man, Christian Roux, turns 13! The day of giving begins… for Detroit Deliverance Ministries. Then, many people accepted and loved sharing a birthday party with New Year’s baby Gloria Roux!,” on Christian’s 13th birthday.

It’s no secret to those who follow Brandon that he and his son have type I diabetes. Brandon also spends a lot of time with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the Michigan American Diabetes Association in addition to his professional career.

Taking to Facebook on September 26, 2016, Brandon shared that he helped the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation raise $1 million.

Antonietta and Brandon’s second child, Gianna Roux, is a daughter. Gianna is 16 years old at the time of this writing. On Gianna’s 11th birthday, Brandon shared some photos from the anniversary party on Facebook and captioned it: “Help me wish my daughter, Gianna, a happy 11th birthday 🎉 She’s beautiful beautiful both inside and outside. A thought-provoking, ukulele-playing, animal-loving, slime-making gift for her family and friends. We love you, Gianna Hazel Roux!!!”

She is a senior at Grosse Pointe North and a North Pointe intern. Gianna has been on the Grosse Pointe North High School Tennis team since her freshman year.

Antonietta Pennella Age

According to radaris.com, Antonietta is 49 years old as of this writing in July 2023.

Who are Antonietta Pennella’s parents?

Currently, Antonietta is the closest person 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 years old.

Antonietta also has a sister named Rosa Pennella, 54 years old, and Rosa has a daughter named Karina Torres.

The work of Antonietta Penella

Although Antonietta lives a modest life, we have gathered some information regarding her work and career.

Her LinkedIn address shows that she worked as a Substitute Teacher at Grosse Pointe Public Schools and as a Teacher’s Assistant at Gross Pointe Preschool.

Beyond that, we don’t know much about Antonietta’s professional life.

Related FAQs

  • Where does Antonietta Pennella come from?

Substitute teacher Antonietta is from Harrison, New York, according to her Facebook. Her origins are probably Italian.

  • 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. “Please help me honor my wife’s life,” he wrote. Today is her day. She supports her husband’s crazy career and is the sole reason we are successful. She whipped and encouraged us, and was our spiritual leader at home. I love you so much Antonietta Pennella Roux and love that you love me endlessly.”

  • Is Antonietta Pennella on Instagram and Facebook?

Antoniettta Pennella is on Instagram @netta_roux and has only 13 followers there. With a private account and only 2 posts, it appears that Antonietta is no longer active on the platform.

Antonietta also has nearly 500 friends on Facebook.

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