Former ‘Today’ Show Anchor Katie Couric, 67, Becomes First-Time Grandma — Details

Television personality Katie Couric shared intimate snapshots in her recent Instagram post, along with the revelation of her first grandchild’s name and its tribute to their older family members.

Katie Couric, the renowned journalist and “Today” host, has stepped into a new role that is arguably one of the most fulfilling in life: a grandmother. Couric took to Instagram to share the delightful news, unveiling a series of heartwarming pictures that captured this joyous occasion.

The first photo featured Couric’s daughter, Ellie Monahan, and her husband, Mark Dobrosky, radiating happiness in the hospital room. Monahan, with a glow of new motherhood, cradled her newborn son in her arms while resting on the hospital bed.

Another picture in the carousel showed Couric’s grandson snugly swaddled in a traditional white blanket adorned with blue and pink stripes. The series culminated with a playful image of Couric herself, holding her grandson and mirroring his surprised expression.

Couric shared in her caption that the new parents welcomed their son, John Albert Dobrosky, into the world on March 23, 2024, at 8:23 in the morning. They lovingly nicknamed their newborn Jay, a tribute to his maternal grandfather.

Couric revealed, “Albert is after Mark’s paternal grandfather. Mom and Dad (Ellie and Mark) are over the moon (it was a full moon) I am thrilled to have my first grandchild, […] We feel so blessed.”

Additionally, Couric posted snippets of her grandson’s foot and a heartwarming photo of the newborn with his parents and the nurses in Providence California on her Instagram stories.

In December 2023, Katie Couric received news that would usher her into a new, exciting chapter of her life. The former “Today” anchor shared a heartwarming video capturing the exact moment her daughter revealed the pregnancy.

Her shared video showed them outdoors, amid a bonding moment when Couric was presented with a friendship bracelet, reminiscent of those seen at Taylor Swift concerts. However, this was no ordinary accessory. The beads on the bracelet spelled out “Granny To Be,” a message that Couric initially struggled to decipher.

As the realization dawned upon her, her expression transitioned from a smile to one of sheer astonishment. She then turned to her daughter, seeking confirmation, to which Ellie responded, “I’m pregnant.” The subsequent embrace between mother and daughter was a tender scene, full of excitement.

Reflecting on this memorable reveal, Couric shared her feelings in an Instagram caption, writing, “Been dying to tell you. This is what happens when you go to a @taylorswift concert last summer and forget your friendship bracelet and your daughters say, ‘Don’t worry, we made one for you!'”

Since the announcement of her daughter’s pregnancy, Couric has embraced the journey with open arms, sharing key moments of Monahan’s experience with her followers on social media.

Earlier this month, she initiated a 3-week countdown to her daughter’s due date alongside glimpses into Monahan’s baby shower, a celebration brimming with love, friendship, and anticipation.

Couric expressed her emotions in a caption, stating, “Bringing a baby into the world—the ultimate act of love and hope. I am so excited!!! (What do you think she’s having? It’s going to be a delivery room surprise!!!!).”

In one picture, Couric exuded sophistication in a light cream pantsuit, standing beside Monahan, who radiated happiness in a striking bright green off-shoulder dress. The soon-to-be grandmother lovingly placed her hand on Monahan’s prominent baby bump, a symbol of the continuity of love and life.

The setting was adorned in pastel hues, with tables graced by exquisite flower arrangements serving as centerpieces. Further enriching the narrative, Couric shared photographs with different guests, capturing the communal joy and support surrounding Monahan’s impending motherhood.

Couric’s daughter, Ellie Monahan, embarked on a new chapter in her life, marrying Dobrosky in July 2021. The bride’s mother then shared a glimpse of the wedding reception on social media, capturing the newlyweds looking up at the sky.

The wedding came two years after Monahan and Dobrosky were engaged in February 2019. Couric’s excitement was palpable as she shared the news with her followers, highlighting a particularly sentimental detail: her daughter’s wearing the very ring that her late husband had given her.

Wonderful news has been pouring into Couric’s life in recent years. However, in 2022, Katie Couric opened up about one of the biggest challenges she faced, her battle with breast cancer. It was a journey she had kept under wraps for several months.

Speaking about the impact on her family, Couric expressed the difficulty of grappling with her illness, considering her daughters had already faced the loss of their father. “They’d already lost one parent. The idea of losing another was unfathomable,” she shared, highlighting the emotional toll on her family.

Couric disclosed her diagnosis in a heartfelt essay on her website, following an announcement on her Instagram. Her revelation came after a period of reflection on her family’s history with cancer, which includes losing her first husband, Jay Monahan, to colon cancer at 42, her sister to pancreatic cancer, and her mother-in-law to ovarian cancer.

At 65, Couric recounted the moment of her diagnosis, a moment filled with disbelief and fear. She was in an open office when her doctor called, and she retreated to a corner to process the news.

“I felt sick, and the room started to spin,” she said, articulating the shock and fear that enveloped her upon hearing the diagnosis.

Reflecting on the pain of her past, losing her husband to cancer, and facing her own battle brought back haunting memories for Couric and her daughters. The fear of undergoing a similar fight against cancer, as her husband did, was daunting.

Through sharing her journey, she hoped to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection, all while navigating the personal challenges and fears that come with such a diagnosis.