Did NBC’s Dylan Dreyer Give Clues to Marriage Problems Live on ‘Today’?
NBC Today meteorologist Dylan Dreyer shocked fans last week with the announcement of her separation, but could a 2022 interview have offered early clues about trouble in her marriage?
Last Friday (July 18), Dreyer announced that she and her husband Brian Fichera had split after almost 13 years of marriage. The former couple, who share three children, stated that they will remain friends despite their separation.
“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,” Dreyer wrote on Instagram. “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.”
While the news came as a surprise to many, others pointed to a 2022 Today interview that could have been a sign of marital trouble. In the interview, Dreyer noted how she and Fichera, a former NBC cameraman, mainly communicated via text due to their busy work schedules.
“Our schedules mean we don’t see each other much, but we text all the time,” she shared. “Sometimes it’s even easier to have an important or deep conversation via text because we get all our thoughts out without being interrupted.”
Dreyer noted how she and her husband could tell each other’s tone and intention through text. “We don’t find it impersonal. In fact, just the opposite,” she said. “We know each other well enough to understand each other’s tone, so a lot gets accomplished through texting.”
In her separation announcement, Dreyer stated, “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.”
Just days earlier, Dreyer shared photos from the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament, where Fichera served as her caddy.
Correction: A previous version of this article referred to Deyer’s statement as a “divorce announcement” as opposed to a “separation announcement.”
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I think Dylan is going to big changes , she wants more out of life . She wants experience other men without feeling guilty !! She is due to make changes with her appearance!! And a different style of dressing ! She is feeling her oats !! And sorry to say that Brain and the children are all going to be affected in so many ways!!
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I think it’s her business and nobody else’s. Hopefully they both stay friends and put their children first
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It’s so sad to see the family torn apart. This will change and affect her boys lives for ever. I think it’s just very sad news for all involved. Kids adapt but it will not be a good change
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Sometimes we think that celebrities have the perfect life but fame and success come with a heavy price. I wish Dylan and her three boys the best.
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I believe her remarks about the people that watch her children while she’s at work was directed at her husband. He doesn’t seem to act like an adult with them and likes to have a few drinks. There’s nothing wrong with either of those but at some point you have to be responsible. He may have passed out and the young kids were outside. Anyway she looks much more happier than we have seen her in quite a while.
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No Difference to thousands of others that cannot make strained relationships work and call it quits across the US. Also no reason to air it out on national media as this is personal where looking to get outside justification and acceptance is not a answer either.
Needs to work it out for themselves and come to a agreement for the boys as other homes do.
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People go through this experience regardless of what you do for a living all the time. It's a personal thing and am amazed she chose to put it out there for everyone to know. This is a private matter and it shouldn't be a publicity gig unless she looking for attention.
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She made this public so people would know prior to seeing her with someone else.
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I think it's nuts to think that divorces don't traumatize children. She needs to honor her vow.
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And he does
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From a child of divorce. A bad marriage is far more traumatizing than a divorce especially an amicable one. Mind your own business.
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Ignorant comment
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Texting is not impersonal? No wonder they're splitting up. She's a fraud. Now smile for the camera Dylan.
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And you personally know her.., TEX
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I think that they are getting along and doing what’s best for them. They will all adjust in due time!
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What a hard place to be in. I am sure they took their time to decide what was needed for their family. It simply did not work out. I wish them the best, and I hope it was as amicable as they make it out to be. I was pregnant around the same time as Dylan's oldest two. It was Covid lockdown, and I found it comforting knowing someone else was going through the same ups and downs with marriage, pregnancy, and newborns. I remember how shocked I was to learn about her schedule and the fact that baby #3 was on the way. After 2, I was so disassociated from my body. They were so close in age, and it was A LOT to manage on my own because of lock down. When I learned about their work schedule it also shocked me. I know family was close by, but I imagine it was lonely. If my husband brushed against my shoulder I flinched out of fear of getting pregnant! Lol I have really had to work to be initmate again, and I got my tubes tied! 😆 I hope that they can adjust to this new normal and she can find true love when she is ready! I pray that it was respectful and infidelity was not involved. They both seem to be excellent people, and they deserve the best in life! I hope that the kiddos are okay! I know Cal will probably be affected by this the most! 😔 Gonna keep them all in my thoughts and well wishes! People need to give them space and respect their privacy. Mind yo business!
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Is there something in the water or environment at the Today Show?
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