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Al Roker has much to celebrate this year as he rings in his 69th birthday. The beloved host documented his special day on Sunday, telling fans he's feeling «grateful» after a year filled with health complications. «This is my 69th anniversary of orbiting the sun and after everything I went through at the end of last year, I am more than grateful to be celebrating this birthday,» he said in a video shared to Instagram, taken while he was out enjoying a solo walk in the sunshine.

“Golden Bachelor” stars Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist are divorcing after three months of marriage.“This is breaking news. The ‘Golden Bachelor’ — the first couple from the ‘Bachelor’s’ latest franchise — have just announced they have split,” a shocked Carson Daly said on “Today” Friday.Turner, 72, and Nist, 70, revealed their split just hours earlier on “Good Morning America.”“What? Who would have seen that coming?” Roker, 69, guffawed to his co-host.

97th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is finally here, bringing holiday cheer, musical performances and giant floats of new and returning characters. This year’s parade will have 16 giant character balloons, 26 floats, 32 novelty and heritage inflatables, 12 marching bands, 700 clowns and eight performance groups (but no partridge in a pear tree). Over 3.5 million people in NYC and more than 50 million viewers at home typically watch the parade, and 5,000 volunteers usually help keep it running smoothly.

appeared on the “Today” show Monday where she was interviewed about a potential return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe — and she helped Al Roker do the weather forecast.After her chat, Roker, 69, joked that when the “Marriage Story” star often stops by the NBC morning show, she tries to take on his job.Once the interview concluded, the meteorologist led Johansson to a screen that showed off the temperature map.“This weather you guys is cray-cray,” she joked as she pointed to cities on the map such as Scarlet, Georgia, and Hollywood, California. She then tapped the screen to show the heavy amount of rainfall in Texas and the large quantities of snow by Washington state.“Guys, it looks like there is a bunch of stuff happening here,” she said as she pointed to a red line on the map by Maine.

People. “But I missed Thanksgiving, and almost missed Christmas,” Roker added.

anchors of NBC’s “Today” show donned outfits for their morning broadcast on Tuesday, wowing viewers and fans.Hosts Carson Daly, Craig Melvin, Dylan Dreyer, Willie Geist, Peter Alexander, Laura Jarrett, Jenna Bush Hager, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker, Sheinelle Jones and Savannah Guthrie all sported costumes to celebrate the spooky holiday.This year’s theme for the day was “Kellyoke” — the iconic segment of the “Kelly Clarkson Show” where the “American Idol” alum sings covers of pop songs.The “Today” show emcees wore costumes that looked like the hottest musicians in town, and they even took the stage to croon a tune from said artist.The show’s costume designer Staci Greenbaum revealed that there was “custom stuff for everyone.”“It’s not like you can go into a store and find this stuff,” she said. “Everyone’s going to look amazing!”Keep reading to see all the looks from the “Today” show.Guthrie wore Taylor Swift’s bodysuit from the “Eras Tour” and even performed the country crooner’s song “Cruel Summer.”Her daughter, Vale, joined her at the mic and portrayed a younger version of Swift.Jones sparkled in all of her ’70s glory, dressing up as Diana Ross.

 show is at the top of fans' lists. As viewers have become acquainted with the show's many anchors by tuning in day after day, they've also gotten to know the people closest to the personalities: their spouses and children, who have become topics of discussion for the co-hosts and even beloved guests over the years. Case in point: When Al Roker, one of 's most familiar faces, took to Instagram to celebrate his son Nick's 21st birthday, the comment section was filled with well wishes from Roker's followers. Learn more about the many members of the  show family — and their own families — below!Roker has been a fixture on the show since 1996, serving as the weather anchor and co-hosting the third hour of the program.

Al Roker is pushing back at dermatologists' recommendation. During Tuesday's episode of the show, the 68-year-old weatherman, along with Dylan Dreyer and Sheinelle Jones, welcomed on Shop TODAY editorial director Adrianna Brach, who managed to shock Roker by revealing how often dermatologists recommend people shower.When Brach gave the anchors multiple choices to answer the question, Roker was quick to say, «I don't care what they say, I'm going to say A,» putting himself firmly in the shower every day camp.Brach surprised Roker then when she revealed that dermatologists actually recommend that people shower two to three times per week, not every day.«It does depend on the person.

Al Roker is a first-time grandfather! The 68-year-old weatherman's oldest daughter, Courtney Roker Laga, gave birth to her first child, Roker's show colleagues announced on Tuesday's show. «Our own Al Roker has become a grandfather. Al's daughter, his daughter Courtney and her husband Wes, welcomed their baby girl yesterday,» Craig Melvin said, before revealing that the newborn is named Sky Clara Laga.«Al says everyone's doing well.

Al Roker is out and about after undergoing a total knee replacement last month. The beloved 68-year-old weatherman looked dapper as he attended the 2023 Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic with wife Deborah Roberts on Saturday.Roker was all smiles as he wore a light blue seersucker suit with a purple tie and coordinating fedora hat to the event at at Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey.

Al Roker has officially returned to the show, new knee and all!On Tuesday, the beloved weatherman got a warm welcome from his co-hosts, Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb, as he took his post back inside Rockefeller Center three weeks after getting a total knee replacement surgery.«Look who's here. Mr.

Al Roker made a surprise appearance during the third hour of the  show on Thursday, and his colleagues were in utter shock, albeit pleasantly, when they saw the lovable weatherman in-studio. anchors Craig Melvin, Dylan Dreyer and Sheinelle Jones were about to segue into a commercial after a segment on National Wine Day when, out of nowhere, Roker — while initially off camera — belted out a thunderous «Ah ha ha ha!» The commotion prompted Dreyer to scream and put her wine glass down, while Melvin and Jones seemingly ran for cover.But in a matter of just seconds, the anchors — and the segment's guest — realized it was Roker.

Al Roker is on the mend after having knee replacement surgery earlier this month, but the road to recovery hasn't been an easy one.The beloved weatherman virtually joined the third hour of  on Tuesday, where he gave an update on his recovery and announced his upcoming return to the show.«I am doing fine. It is good to see all of you. I'm going to be honest.

appeared virtually Monday on “Today” to reveal the latest about his recovery from a recent knee replacement surgery. “It’s Monday, I’m home from the hospital,” joked Roker. “Just another day!” Roker, who underwent surgery for his knee a second time last week, said that the appendage was still “stiff.”“This one is a little more complicated because it’s what they call a revision,” explained Roker to his colleagues.

Al Roker is on the road to recovery after undergoing a total knee replacement on Tuesday. Just one day later, the weatherman shared an update on social media by posting a video of himself walking around on his new knee with the help of a walker, and even making his way down some prop stairs using a cane.«Up and walking this morning on the #newknee #stepbystep,» he wrote, thanking his doctor. «Wearing a negative pressure pump to help facilitate wound healing.»Roker's wife, Deborah Roberts, also offered a look at Roker's recovery with a selfie from his hospital bed. «Wednesday wonder.

Al Roker couldn't be more excited to be a grandpa, and it turns out he's gearing up to welcome an adorable granddaughter!Roker walked the carpet at the Broadcasting and Cable Hall of Fame Awards' 31st Anniversary Gala in New York City on Wednesday — where he was joined by show co-host Hoda Kotb — and he spoke with ET about the upcoming addition to the family.«Courtney is expecting our first granddaughter,» Roker said, before quickly correcting himself, using the word «grandchild,» and revealing that she's due in June.When asked if it was a slip of the tongue, Roker said it wasn't really, because he «didn't want to know» the sex of the baby either, but his daughter accidentally revealed the news.«She [texted] me a sonogram picture and I said, 'That baby looks just like you,' and she said, 'Doesn't she?' And then you see the bubbles,» Roker said, recalling the fateful text chat. "[She goes] 'I'm so sorry!' and I went, 'You had one [job]!'"«I wanted to be surprised,» Roker added, laughing.The beloved TV newsman's oldest daughter, Courtney Roker Laga — whom he shares with ex-wife Alice Bell -- posted a sweet montage video of herself and her husband, Wesley Laga, on Instagram, showing off their baby's first sonogram and ultrasound back in March.Courtney spoke with  about her baby news, sharing, «We are extremely excited to welcome a new member into our family and start this next chapter in our lives.

Al Roker. ET spoke with the 68-year-old weatherman alongside his co-hosts of the third hour of, Sheinelle Jones, Craig Melvin and Dylan Dreyer, during a visit to St.

on Tuesday while Al Roker is on. The couple posed for a silly selfie together in the early morning hours at home, with Roker calling it «a split screen morning.» In the photo, Roker flashes a huge grin for the camera while Roberts appears to be hiding a smile behind her hand. «Unusual for us. @debrobertsabc heading out BEFORE me as she co-hosts @goodmorningamerica A split screen morning for us,» Roker posted on Instagram. A post shared by Al Roker (@alroker)On Monday, Roberts shared a series of glammed-up shots from the set of where she donned a light blue dress adorned with bright lemons. «Monday moments.

Al Roker and his wife have been married for over 27 years and are still going strong. While the 68-year-old weatherman and the 62-year-old journalist faced some challenges late last year due to Roker's health scares, their love story stands the test of time.Roberts recently joked to ET's Rachel Smith, «He's back to driving me crazy.»Here's a look at their romance. Roker and Roberts first met at in 1990. «Al was so sweet,» she told in 1999.

Al Roker is back to his old shenanigans: driving his wife of nearly 30 years crazy. Deborah Roberts wouldn't have it any other way, but the road back to a sense of normalcy and without the health scares was tough, if not painful.Speaking with ET's Rachel Smith on Wednesday at the premiere for the new Netflix documentary, , in New York City, the 62-year-old ABC News journalist opened up about what life's been like since the beloved show weatherman returned to the airwaves following long stints in the hospital late last year due to blood clots in his leg that ultimately veered to his lungs.After more than two months away from the morning show, Roker made his triumphant return on Jan. 6, when he and Roberts sat down and revealed he was «very, very, very sick» and that his mere presence in the studio was major because he proved to be «a living, breathing miracle.»Nearly three months since his return to the show, Roberts tells ET that Roker's back to his old self.«He's back to driving me crazy,» she quipped.That she can joke about it now is a testament to how far they've come since Roker's serious health scares.

Hoda Kotb and Al Roker channeled their inner Disney characters as they filmed a segment.During the America's Snacking Habits segment of the show, the weatherman admitted that he liked to consume PayDay candy bars — without the wrapper.When he was initially presented with the treat, Roker wasn't too keen to eat it on air. «It's not that appealing,» he said of the candy bar.

Jameela Jamil left Al Roker and his fellow show co-anchors speechless on Tuesday after sharing her worst bad date story.The 37-year-old actress is the host of a new podcast, appropriately titled so naturally, the British star was asked to recount her own worst date while appearing on Tuesday's show.«Oh god, how do I tell this, again, legally?» Jamil pondered, before sharing, «I had a man take several steps into my apartment on what was supposed to be my first-ever booty call.»Unfortunately, those were some tricky steps as the man struggled once inside Jamil's apartment.«He collapsed three steps in. He broke all of his front teeth, they flew across my apartment.

Dylan Dreyer and Al Roker, along with co-hosts Craig Melvin and Sheinelle Jones, sure seem glad that they are way past their dating days.After guest Jameela Jamil recounted a dating horror story that left the Today hosts shocked and speechless, they looked very grateful that their single days are over.The British actress is promoting her new podcast, Bad Dates, which features varying celebrities recount their "worst nights out," and in honor of the new series, she decided to tell her own bad dating story.WATCH: Today's Dylan Dreyer has heated debate live on air and co-stars reactMORE: Today faces another shake-up to show as Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb are absent againSpeaking with Al, Sheinelle, Craig and Dylan on Today's 3rd Hour, Jameela looked back not so fondly to her very first booty call, which was certainly not what she expected.Teasing quite the wild story, she first said: "Oh how do I tell this story again legally?" leaving the hosts on the edge of their seats.MORE: Hoda Kotb details difficult reality of daughter's health scare and impact on familyThen she recalled: "I had a man take several steps into my apartment on what was supposed to be my very first booty call."A post shared by TODAY (@todayshow)The Today stars couldn't believe Jameela's storyIt didn't take long for the night to take a turn for the worse, in fact only a few seconds, and she added: "He collapsed three steps in. He broke all of his front teeth.

Al Roker has some big changes coming his way, following the news that he is set to become a grandfather for the first time.His daughter, Courtney Roker Laga, is expecting her first child with husband Wesley Laga.Courteney announced the news on March 14th with an adorable Instagram post, and the following day, her dad couldn't help but gush about the news with his co-hosts on Today.WATCH: Al Roker reacts on Today to news he will be a grandfatherMORE: Al Roker looks so small in photos with his towering son"I've known for a while," he said, revealing that he actually discovered the pregnancy through Wesley's brother, accidentally. He explained: "Actually, Wes' goofy brother accidentally dropped it on a text.

 show has become a staple for American families, who invite them into their homes each day.While many know the show's anchors as a family in their own right, delivering news, entertainment, and lifestyle content to viewers across the country, less is known about the on-air talent's off-set families, who love, support them and stand by their side through it all.With the exciting news that Al Roker is gearing up to be a grandpa following a year of highs and lows for the weatherman, ET is taking a closer look at the  show anchors and their family members.Roker has been a fixture on the show since 1996, serving as the weather anchor and co-hosting the third hour of the program. In 1984, Roker married Alex Bell.

year of highs and lows for Al Roker, the 68-year-old show weatherman is now preparing for an exciting new role — grandpa.On Tuesday, Al's oldest daughter, Courtney Roker Laga, whom he shares with ex-wife Alice Bell, posted a sweet montage video of herself and her husband, Wesley Laga, on Instagram, showing off their baby's first sonogram and ultrasound.«A new adventure is about to begin ❤️

year of highs and lows for Al Roker, the 68-year-old show weatherman is now preparing for an exciting new role — grandpa.On Tuesday, Al's oldest daughter, Courtney Roker Laga, whom he shares with ex-wife Alice Bell, posted a sweet montage video of herself and her husband, Wesley Laga, on Instagram, showing off their baby's first sonogram and ultrasound.«A new adventure is about to begin ❤️

Al Roker and his wife Deborah Roberts have been enjoying a well-earned break in Puerto Rico after several months of health battles, and the pair look happier than ever. ABC News anchor Deborah looked radiant in the pictures, as she rocked a geometric-patterned swimsuit with a low V-neckline and appeared to have a refreshing sparkling drink in hand.Al, who helps to host rival network NBC's Today Show wore a Team USA tee and board shorts in the pictures and kept safe with a baseball cap covering his head.

Al Roker and his wife have been married for over 27 years and are still going strong. While the 68-year-old weatherman and the 62-year-old journalist have faced some challenges as of late due to Roker's recent health scares, their love story stands the test of time.Here's a look at their romance. Roker and Roberts first met at in 1990. «Al was so sweet,» she told in 1999.

Al Roker is starting his week fresh! The 68-year-old show weatherman took to Instagram on Sunday to share two photos of himself in the barber chair.In one pic, Roker is grinning for the camera with shaving cream all over his head.

Al Roker is well on the mend following a difficult few months battling blood clots on his lungs.POPULAR: All we know about Today Show Hoda Kotb's sub, Tom LlamasThe Today star is more grateful than ever for everything in life following the experience, and shared an upbeat message on social media to reflect this over the weekend.Alongside a picture of the NBC star smiling as he walked around New York City, he wrote: "It is good to be alive. Period."VIDEO: Al Roker's emotional return to Today following his health battleAl's wife, Deborah Roberts, was one of the first to comment, writing: "It is good to bask in your life and glow," alongside a love heart emoji.MORE: Hoda Kotb reveals true opinion on Prince Harry following interview Other supportive comments from fans included: "So glad you are Al.

Al Roker and his wife Deborah Roberts really are relationship goals - with the ABC star having been his biggest support during his recent health battle.MOST READ: What is Rihanna's baby son's name? All we knowWhat's more, Deborah has always been there for the Today star - and one memorable occasion springs to mind as we reflect on their relationship this Valentine's Day.Back in 2022, Al filled in for Jenna Bush Hager on the Fourth Hour of the show, where he opened up to Hoda Kotb about his other half, and how she is always the first to defend him for his co-stars. VIDEO: Al Roker's rise to fame - how he became NBC's beloved weatherman"What I do love is she's my biggest protector, if you will," Al said. "Every now and then [Craig] Melvin will make some age joke and she'll text him."She says, 'You better knock it off,' and he will go 'Oh I got a text from Deborah!' She will come for you!"MORE: Why Al Roker's wedding photos are truly inspiringMORE: Al Roker inundated with support after latest wellness revelation Hoda added: "She's a fierce defender of Al and his biggest cheerleader!"But Deborah is also quick to put her husband in his place if she thinks he has taken something too far on TV.

Jenna Bush Hager has love on the brain, and she is putting it to the test! The star submitted herself to a brain wave test for the Today Show.The Today host had no fear when it came to exposing her true feelings, even those concerning her husband Henry Hager and co-star Al Roker, through science.For her latest Today segment, she met with Dr. Sandra Langeslag, an associate professor in psychological sciences at the University of Missouri, St.

Al Roker was forced to take a break from Today due to serious ill health which left him hospitalized, Dylan Dreyer stepped up to the plate and filled in. And while the popular Today star dazzled viewers with her kilowatt smile and upbeat personality, behind the scenes, she says every one of the team had Al, 63, on their mind.Dylan, 41, sat down with HELLO! for an exclusive interview and opened up about her adored co-star and how she feels about him coming back to work after almost two months off. WATCH: Al Roker details terrifying decline in health which lead to him being hospitalized"It's been so amazing and so special on so many levels to have Al return," she said. "We are a tight-knit family on the Today show.

Al Roker had a reason to celebrate this weekend as his son Nick returned home to New York from college."Nick is home for the long #indigenouspeoplesday weekend and Pepper is happy to see him," Al captioned the picture, showing their pet dog Pepper standing next to Nick as he gives her tickles.WATCH: Al Roker's son receives incredible news and his dad couldn't be more proudFans were eager to hear how Nick was transitioning to college life, with one writing how "grown up" Nick looked already and another sharing how "happy" they were to see Nick and Pepper together.Al is incredibly proud of Nick and shared the moment in 2021 his son found out he had been accepted to college.

Al Roker and his beloved wife, Deborah Roberts, have a big reason to celebrate and it couldn't come at a more welcomed time. The Today show weatherman has been recovering from COVID-19 after his 30 September diagnosis, and this news put a pep in his step. MORE: Al Roker tests positive for COVID-19 as wife shares update on his health Taking to Instagram, Al proudly revealed his journalist wife has made a leap in her career.  Alongside a photo of her, he wrote: "The head of @abcnews @newsmom8 just made this #official. Congratulations @debrobertsabc."WATCH: Al Roker's rise to fame The message from the network confirmed her new role as it read: "I am excited to share that Deborah Roberts will begin an expanded role as a contributing anchor for '20/20' in addition to her current position as senior national affairs correspondent for 'Nightline,' 'Good Morning America' and 'World News Tonight' with David Muir."Fans were thrilled and commented: "Wow, bravo," and, "Congratulations, what a power couple".MORE: Al Roker and wife in disbelief over their son Nick MORE: All we know about Al Roker's break from TodayIt's wonderful news for the pair who hit the challenge of COVID once more recently.