Willard Scott, beloved ‘Today’ show weatherman, dead at 87

Hoda Kotb has a legion of fans around the United States who adore her upbeat personality and positive outlook on life.MORE: Hoda Kotb invites fans along on her family beach trip - and it's the cutest!And on Monday, the Today star announced some incredibly exciting news, revealing that she was launching her very own podcast.Taking to Instagram, the mom-of-two revealed that her podcast is called Making Space with Hoda Kotb, which is available to download now. VIDEO: Today's Hoda Kotb left shocked

Hoda Kotb loves nothing more than being a mom and shared an adorable video of her two daughters on Sunday during their family staycation.MORE: Hoda Kotb left baffled by her co-star live on airThe Today star has gone away to Rehoboth Beach with her daughters Haley and Hope, and it looks like they are having the best time!The NBC star took to Instagram to share an adorable video of her children running across the boardwalk fronting the beach, with Haley telling her younger sister: "I'm coming to

Hoda Kotb has a smile that can light up a room and she put it on full display when she shared some very happy news with fans on Wednesday. The Today show host took to social media with a message which will bring joy to not only her but millions of other Americans too. MORE: Hoda Kotb baffled by co-star live on air during hilarious exchange Hoda revealed that Broadway is back and did so with a series of photos of her with co-host Savannah Guthrie in a theatre in New York.  WATCH: Today's Hoda

Savannah Guthrie recently returned to Today following a family vacation, and has settled in to the brand-new work studios.MORE: Savannah Guthrie and Jenna Bush Hager enjoy day out at the US OpenThe popular TV host took to Instagram this week to share a photo of her reunited with her co-stars, including Hoda Kotb, Al Roker and Craig Melvin.But fans were mostly curious by what is behind the desk, with many remarking on the relatable coffee table next to Savannah's chair. VIDEO: Today's Savannah

Al Roker and his wife Deborah Roberts marked an important family milestone on Monday.Taking to Instagram, mom-of-two Deborah revealed that it was time for their son Nick to return to high school - and the teen even posed for some back-to-school photos at Deborah's request.MORE: 6 Today hosts' unreal wedding and engagement photos WATCH: Al Roker celebrates son Nick's 19th birthdayThe first snapshot shows Nick sat down for breakfast - pancakes, bacon and scrambled eggs - smiling and giving two

Hoda Kotb is a much-loved presenter and is great friends with her Today co-stars away from work too.MORE: Hoda Kotb comes to the rescue of her co-star during family trip to the beachBut on Monday's show, the NBC star couldn't help feeling a little baffled after finding out that her colleagues had all gone to the US Open Men's Finals without her!"I have to tell you that it's not often that I look at Jenna Bush Hager… I love everything you do, but I have to tell you, sometimes I am jealous," she

Jenna Bush Hager remembered the devastating 9/11 terror attack in a poignant segment on Today on Saturday.RELATED: Inside the Today stars' unbelievable homes: From Kathie Lee Gifford to Jenna Bush HagerThe former First Daughter was reunited with former Chief of Staff Andy Card, who worked for President George W.

Al Roker and Deborah Roberts faced a difficult day on Saturday, as they remembered Deborah's beloved mother Ruth Roberts, who sadly passed away six years ago.MORE: Hoda Kotb bids bittersweet farewell to Today as co-stars are left in tearsThis was an especially difficult anniversary for the couple, as it also marked 20 years since the devastating 9-11 attacks in New York, and was the day of Al's co-worker and friend Willard Scott's funeral.Al shared a heartfelt post on Instagram detailing the

Jenna Bush Hager looked the epitome of chic over the weekend as she enjoyed a trip to the beach with her family.The Today star was pictured on Instagram dressed in a wide-brimmed hat and a white kaftan while posing with her lookalike daughter, who was wearing a co-ordinating outfit to her mom.MORE: Hoda Kotb stuns co-star Jenna Bush Hager with surprising wedding updateThe beautiful backdrop in the picture also caught the attention of fans – complete with a clear blue ocean and white sand.VIDEO:

Hoda Kotb faced an incredibly sad day at the beginning of the week as she marked three years since the death of her friend John Ronquillo.MORE: Hoda Kotb comes to the rescue of her co-star during family trip to the beachJohn was the husband of the Today star's lifelong friend Karen Swensen, and Hoda paid a poignant tribute to him on social media.Taking to Instagram, the journalist shared a lovely photo of Karen and John, alongside a heartfelt message. VIDEO: Today's Hoda Kotb opens up about

Al Roker found something special at the home he shares with his family and revealed what it was with his fans on Instagram. The Today show star made a discovery just days after the death of his "second dad" Willard Scott.MORE: Today's Hoda Kotb bids bittersweet farewell to co-star as fans are left in tearsAl posted a photo of a cookbook written by the late Today star and captioned the post: "I was sitting in the kitchen looking at my cookbook collection and found this treasure." WATCH: Al Roker

Savannah Guthrie is a doting mom to two young children and worked from home for the majority of their school holidays in order to spend quality time with them.MORE: Savannah Guthrie pays emotional tribute to Today co-star following tragic deathOn Tuesday though, the NBC star got ready to return to the Today studios now that summer is officially over, and she was feeling bittersweet about it.Taking to Instagram, the journalist shared a photo of her alarm clock, which had been set for 3am.

Savannah Guthrie was the latest NBC star to pay tribute to the beloved TV personality Willard Scott, who passed away over the weekend.MORE: Hoda Kotb comes to the rescue of her co-star during family beach tripThe Today star took to Instagram to share a poignant photo of Willard in front of a weather map, alongside the words 'Willard Scott 1934-2021'.Alongside the picture, Savannah wrote: "Rest in Peace, dear Willard." Al Roker – who was close friends with his former co-star – was one of the

Savannah Guthrie has been on vacation from Today and has been enjoying spending quality time with her family.MORE: Today's Savannah Guthrie divides fans with parenting decisionAnd while the NBC star has had a restful time, she has been incredibly productive too, as her latest Instagram post proves!The mom-of-two shared photos of her newly-organised pantry and fridge which had been labelled to perfection, from 'kids snacks' to 'carbs'. VIDEO: Today's Savannah Guthrie breaks sad news live on

Hoda Kotb is a doting mom to two young daughters, and used her superpowers this weekend to help a fellow parent, who also happens to be her co-star!MORE: Hoda Kotb bids bittersweet farewell to Today as co-stars are left in tearsThe Today star shared a candid beach photo on Instagram showing her carrying Dylan Dreyer's little boy Ollie, which had a sweet backstory.Dylan had also shared the image on social media, explaining to her followers that Ollie had a tantrum and didn't want to be held by

Al Roker has paid an emotional tribute on social media following the devastating death of his Today co-star.MORE: Today's Hoda Kotb bids bittersweet farewell to co-star as fans are left in tearsThe beloved weatherman took to Instagram to share a series of photos of himself and Willard Scott, who passed away at the age of 87.In his tribute, Al likened Willard to his "second dad" and praised him for helping him with his career. VIDEO: Al Roker branded 'super dad' following sweet gesture for son

Willard Scott, the legendary show weatherman, has died. He was 87.Al Roker confirmed Scott's death on Saturday by paying tribute to his former colleague on his Instagram.

Willard Scott was the weatherman for “The Today Show” from 1980 to 1996, and he was the first actor to play the Ronald McDonald character for McDonald’s.Scott joined “The Today Show” when its anchors were Tom Brokaw and Jane Pauley, delivering the nationwide weather report. In 1983, he began a practice that would become a tradition: wishing a happy birthday to centenarians.

Willard Scott, who is best know as the longtime weatherman on the Today show, has died at the age of 87.

Former TODAY Show weatherman Willard Scott has sadly passed away at the age of 87. The news was broken by his former co-hosts on Instagram, including Katie Couric and current weatherman Al Roker, who paid tributes to their former colleague and friend.