Somara Theodore finds peace after loss and heartbreak
Somara Theodore is stepping into a new season of life. The ABC News meteorologist, who lost her sister and ended her marriage in 2024, is finding joy again. Her painful year has given way to healing, love, and a fresh start.
“I had to take care of my sister, who was sick with cancer. We buried her a few weeks later,” she shared. That same month, she finalized her divorce and moved into a new home. It was a heavy load to carry—but somehow, she found the strength to keep going.
Grieving her sister while learning to let go
Simone, her younger sister, passed away in 2024 after a battle with cancer. As a self-identified parentified child, Somara took on a caretaker role early in life. That made the loss even more painful.
“I would make sure everything was good with her the same way a parent would,” she said. “But deep down, I know what she needed was a sister.”
After Simone died, Somara wrestled with survivor’s guilt. “You do wish so bad that you could just give them your life,” she said. Despite her deep grief, support from friends carried her through.
“When we had to plan my sister’s funeral, I could not believe the outpouring of support I got,” she said. For someone used to helping others, learning to receive support was a turning point.
A second chance at love with a longtime friend
In the middle of her healing journey, Somara reconnected with Nelson, a college acquaintance. Their bond slowly grew stronger. Now, they are building a life together—and expecting their first child.
“Going through a divorce in your early 30s is certainly not what you expect,” she said. But she views the experience as a valuable lesson. “We can’t change the past, but we can change the way we view it.”
Somara describes Nelson as someone who challenges her in the best ways. Their connection is built on friendship, trust, and mutual respect.
New love, new baby, and a new outlook on life
Although she’s in love again, Somara isn’t rushing into marriage. “Divorce has changed my perspective,” she said. “I want it to be a celebration of a confirmation already made.”
Right now, she’s focusing on preparing for motherhood. She crochets baby booties, embraces rest, and plans to pass on her Trinidadian heritage to her child.
“I cannot wait to put my child in a little Carnival costume and play mas,” she said with joy. For her, becoming a mother is a chance to share the beauty of her culture and begin a new legacy.
Grief and joy live side by side
The hole left by Simone’s passing will never fully close. But Somara is learning that sorrow and happiness can coexist.
“I’m looking forward to my heart just expanding, growing, and feeling this new love that I didn’t know was possible,” she said. Her journey shows that even after deep pain, healing and joy can still take root.
