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3 days ago
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Which celebrity kids with a Florida tie graduated class of 2025? List of nepo baby graduates
Congratulations, class of 2025! It's graduation season for high school and college students, and for the celebrity kids listed below, the spotlight is on them — rather than their famous family members. We've compiled a Florida list of celebrity children, sometimes referred to as 'nepo babies' (short for nepotism) in pop culture, who graduated class of 2025. We also listed some famous students from Florida and their respective graduation years. Sam Alexis Woods, the daughter of golf legend Tiger Woods and former model Elin Nordegren, graduated May 16, 2025, from the Benjamin School in Palm Beach Gardens in Palm Beach County, Florida. Other famous students at the Benjamin School include her younger brother, rising junior Charlie Woods, and Kai Madison Trump, the oldest granddaughter of President Donald Trump and daughter of Vanessa Trump, whom Tiger Woods is currently dating. In March 2025, Tiger Woods made headlines for being in the stands cheering for daughter Sam at her state championship soccer match. Photos and video clips of a certified "greatest of all time" athlete rooting for his kid made the rounds on TikTok, Instagram and other social media platforms. The GOAT went viral for being a supportive dad. In news interviews, Sam Woods has mentioned avoiding a professional career in golf because as a child, the tournaments meant long absences away from her father. But as the daughter of a GOAT, Sam Woods made her own mark as an athlete: In addition to track and field, Sam Woods was a member of the Benjamin School Buccaneers soccer team. Her younger brother, Charlie Woods, however, is starting to make a name for himself in golf. In fall 2025, Tiger Woods' oldest child heads to Stanford University. The next major milestone − for Sam Woods and for her famous parents? Turning 18 on June 18, 2025. Nick Roker, youngest son of Al Roker and Deborah Roberts, graduated from Landmark College in Putney, Vermont, on May 17, 2025. It was a double graduation weekend for the celebrity meteorologist, who also gave a commencement address to Siena College's class of 2025 on May 18 in Siena, New York. Al Roker is the longtime chief meteorologist and 'Today' show co-host on NBC, and Roberts is a senior national affairs correspondent for ABC News. From 1987 to 1990, Roberts worked at WFTV Channel 9 in Orlando, Florida, covering NASA and Kennedy Space Center as a reporter before becoming weekend news co-anchor at the station. She also was co-anchor of the ABC News show '20/20' and previously worked at NBC News and "Dateline NBC.' Al Roker and Deborah Roberts have been married since 1995. Last month, Al Roker shared his excitement about his son's graduation with his Instagram followers: 'Three years ago, we dropped him off as a first-year college student. Today @nickroker155 has his #associatesdegree in #communications and we could not be prouder of how hard he has worked and is determined to get his #bachelorsdegree' In 2019, the proud dad said during a "Today" show segment that Nick Roker has 'special needs.' He and Deborah Roberts have been vocal advocates for their son. The pair also are parents to daughter Leila, and Courtney, Al Roker's daughter from a previous marriage. Hunter Fieri, eldest son of Guy Fieri, longtime Food Network star and culinary icon, and Lori Fieri graduated May 8, 2025, with a master's degree in business administration (or MBA) from the University of Miami in Miami, Florida. Over the years, he's appeared on TV with his famous father, like Food Network's "Tournament of Champions," making a name for himself in the culinary world. In the "Hunter Fieri graduation" Instagram video that Guy Fieri posted to his social media networks, the proud father can be heard cheering when his son walked on stage to collect his diploma. Hunter Fieri proudly displayed the "hand gesture" for the University of Miami in the Instagram Reel, too, sparking cheers from the crowd. 'I have have so many blessings in my life, but the biggest and most important always revolve around my family,' the host of Food Network's longtime show "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" wrote on Instagram, tagging his three boys, one of which is his nephew, Jules Fieri, whom he's raising. 'Hard work and determination! Working on Hunt Ryde Wine company, shooting multiple, being on the road, and getting an MBA. The road to success!! So proud of you, Hunter." Some famous people responded to Guy Fieri's Instagram post, including Sammy Hagar, Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli and Iron Chef Michael Symon. Guy Fieri moved to Florida in 2021, buying a home in Lake Worth Beach and another on Singer Island in Palm Beach County. His Lake Worth Beach property, which he has referred to as the "Flavortown Mansion,' was recently sold to Las Vegas restaurateurs, but he still has the Singer Island home. Up next for Hunter Fieri? He will marry his fiancee Tara Bernstein the weekend of June 13, 2025, at his father's ranch in California. Jules Fieri, nephew of Food Network star Guy Fieri ("Guy's Grocery Games," "Tournament of Champions") and his wife, Lori Fieri, graduated from college on May 17, 2025. He received a master's degree in entertainment law from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, California. 'I could not be more proud of my nephew, @jfieri He has worked full time as an agent in the music industry while attending law school at night for the last 2 years. Wow! Hard work, dedication, perseverance and determination are just few words that represent my amazing nephew CONGRATULATIONS JULES!!!' Bryce Maximus James, youngest son of LeBron James, who played four seasons with the Miami Heat, and wife Savannah James, graduated May 22, 2025, from Sierra Canyon High School in Los Angeles, California. Lebron James won two NBA championships and two NBA MVP awards when he played for the Heat. At the time, he lived in Coconut Grove, a neighborhood in Miami, Florida, buying a home there in 2010. Savannah James has been with her husband since high school — the couple married in 2013. Together, they have three children — LeBron "Bronny" James, who plays for the L.A. Lakers, Bryce James and Zhuri James. Like his brother Bronny, Bryce James played basketball and graduated from Sierra Canyon High School. Both of the James' boys are playing basketball in college. His parents said he'll attend the University of Arizona in fall 2025. Proud mom Savannah James posted a note May 23, 2025, to her social media followers : 'Yesterday we celebrated @_justbryce as he walks into a new chapter of life!! So proud of you and all the hard work you've done to get to this point. This is only the beginning! Keep striving to be the absolute best version of you! Love you more than words can explain and so excited to see what the future has for you!! I love you Stink!!" Barron Trump, the youngest son of President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump, will be a sophomore at New York University's Stern School of Business in fall 2025. He started classes in September 2024 and is projected to graduate with the class of 2028. Barron Trump graduated high school May 17, 2024, from Oxbridge Academy near West Palm Beach, Florida. Though he has a large family, the only family members who attended his graduation were Donald and Melania Trump and her father, Viktor Knavs. At 18 years old, Kai Trump is the oldest of Donald Trump's 11 grandchildren and just over a year younger than her uncle Barron Trump. Her parents are Donald Trump Jr. and ex-wife Vanessa Trump, who is currently dating Tiger Woods. Kai Trump shares her grandfather's love of golf. She plays competitively with The Benjamin School's girls' team and in August 2024, announced her commitment to stay in Florida for college and play golf at the University of Miami after she graduates in class of 2026. 'I am beyond excited to announce my verbal commitment to the University of Miami,' Kai wrote in an August 18, 2024, Instagram post. 'I would like to thank my mom, Vanessa, and my dad, Don, for always supporting me through my journey. I would also like to thank my great team for getting me to this point. I would like to thank my grandpa for giving me access to great courses and tremendous support… I am super excited to be a cane and represent the University of Miami. Gooo Canes!' Charlie Axel Woods, son of Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren and younger brother of Sam Alexis Woods, is a rising junior at the Benjamin School in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Born Feb. 8, 2009, in Florida, Charlie Woods helped his varsity golf team win a state title when he was a freshman. Like his father, Charlie Woods is making a name for himself in golf. He's projected to graduate in the class of 2027. Contributing: Lianna Norman, USA TODAY Network Sangalang is a lead digital producer for USA TODAY Network. Follow her on Twitter or Instagram at @byjensangalang. Support local journalism. Consider subscribing to a Florida newspaper. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Celebrity children graduations: Which stars celebrated class of 2025?
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4 days ago
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Al Roker Shares Side-By-Side Photo of His Daughter and Granddaughter — And Everyone's Saying the Same Thing
Al Roker Shares Side-By-Side Photo of His Daughter and Granddaughter — And Everyone's Saying the Same Thing originally appeared on Parade. Fans can't help but see the resemblance between Al Roker's daughter and granddaughter. In a sweet Instagram shared by the weatherman on Wednesday, he posted a side-by-side image of his granddaughter, Sky, and a photo of his daughter, Courtney, seemingly from around the same age."On the left, my little Courtney, now @ouichefroker and on the right, my little Sky. Oh, how the years go by," he wrote of the two images. And social media users were quick to realize that the two look so much alike. "Twins," one commenter wrote. "It really pulls on the heart strings when you get to see you [sic] toddlers all over again in the next generation." "Oh wow! Such resemblance!" another chimed in. "Wow!! Look how much they look alike !!!!" said another. However Dylan Dreyer weighed in with a sweet note, explaining that the song Roker added to the post, "My Little Girl," by Tim McGraw, was especially meaningful to her. "That's the song I danced to my dad with at my wedding! Brought me to tears. So cute!" she wrote. Courtney, 38, is a cookbook author and shares Sky — who's soon to be 2 — with husband Wesley Laga. The two were married in 2021. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Al Roker Shares Side-By-Side Photo of His Daughter and Granddaughter — And Everyone's Saying the Same Thing first appeared on Parade on Jun 5, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 5, 2025, where it first appeared.
NBC News
28-05-2025
- Climate
- NBC News
Storms of the Century
Al Roker looks back at the most devastating hurricanes to hit the U.S. since the turn of the century, starting with Hurricane Katrina.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Al Roker Reflects on 'Incomprehensible' Loss of Sheinelle Jones' Husband Uche Ojeh
The 'Today' family continues to show their love and support for fellow anchor Sheinelle Jones. On Friday afternoon, after the morning announcement of the loss of , Jones' husband of 17 years, a heartbroken Al Roker took to Instagram to reflect on his time with the 45-year-old father of three. "I could not bring myself to write these words," Roker started. "I knew this day was coming and yet, for someone, like our brother Uche Ojeh to be gone seems incomprehensible. But iIwill [sic] remember, his love for Sheinelle; his 3 beautiful children, his faith, his humor and his smile." Roker shared the kind words along with a gallery of photos of good times between the Ojeh, including formal affairs and a double date with his wife, Deborah Roberts. Ojeh, who died of an aggressive form of brain cancer, was dad to son Kayin, 15, and 12-year-old twins, son Uche and daughter the day, the show's co-anchors shared support for Jones' family, including Carson Daly who lost his dad at 5 years old. 'I think back now, 45 years later, my faith in God. I mean, God has blessed me in my life, so here I am, the young kid, and I say, eventually, God gave me two incredible fathers, incredible figures in my life, and my life has been so fulfilling, and I'm so blessed for that," he said during the 'Today' broadcast. "So I pray for their family and the kids that they'll have that fortune as well.' Al Roker Reflects on 'Incomprehensible' Loss of Sheinelle Jones' Husband Uche Ojeh first appeared on Parade on May 23, 2025
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19-05-2025
- Health
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Prostate Cancer Survivor Al Roker Sends Clear Message to Joe Biden Amid Diagnosis
is sending his support to amid the former president's recent diagnosis with prostate cancer, an illness that hits close to home for the Today show weatherman. Shortly after news broke on Sunday, May 18, that Biden, 82, had been diagnosed with an "aggressive" form of prostate cancer, Roker spoke out on social media to send his best wishes to the politician while looking back on his own battle with the disease. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 While sharing a trio of Instagram photos featuring Biden and his wife on Sunday evening, Roker, 70, wrote, "Sending out prayers and a good outcome for President @joebiden after hearing about his #prostatecancer diagnosis." "Having gone through it myself, I have an understanding of what he and his family is going through," Roker added in his caption. The daytime TV personality was diagnosed with prostate cancer back in 2020 after a routine physical and blood screening showed "elevated prostate-specific antigen." He consequently underwent surgery, and was back to work on the Today show just over two weeks later. Biden's diagnosis was announced in a statement from the former POTUS' personal office on Sunday, revealing that he had officially been diagnosed two days prior. "Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms. On Friday, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone," the statement read. "While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management," the president's office continued, while noting that Biden and his family are now "reviewing treatment options with his physicians."
