Al Roker: Last News

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Al Roker’s wife Deborah Roberts has built herself a successful career - but she was just as surprised as her fans when she revealed the paycheck she received for appearing in the hit show Nashville.MORE: Al Roker's wife Deborah Roberts pays heartbreaking tribute to late brotherThe ABC News star took to Instagram last year to share a photo of the payment for her work – and what she earned left her followers gobsmacked. Deborah was even beside herself after showing off her check for the amount of three cents, telling her followers: "I won’t spend this all in one place! WATCH: Al Roker creates a buzz among his co-stars"I always marveled at actors who banked residuals after appearing in commercials and TV series.

two-part documentary about the darkness surrounding the legendary kid’s show “Barney & Friends.”Friendly faces like Bill Nye and Al Roker are interviewed for “I Love You, You Hate Me,” but so are former actors David Joyner and Bob West — who both donned the purple dinosaur suit during the show’s run from 1992 to 2010.They both provide not-so-jovial recollections about their time as Barney — West even alleging that his entire family received death threats.“They were violent and explicit, death and dismemberment of my family,” he recalls on top of video of Barney stuffed animals being lit on fire. “They were gonna come and find me, and they were going to kill me.”Another interview subject talked about some of the “rumors” he heard about the costumed character, including that he hid “dugs in his tail.”The trailer ends with a woman saying, “I don’t think you could ever think somebody would go and shoot someone.”This could relate to “Barney” founder Sheryl Leach’s son, Patrick Kearns Leach, who was charged with one count each of assault with a firearm and shooting for allegedly shooting his neighbor multiple times after an argument in 2013.

Al Roker and Deborah Roberts are definitely dedicated to their relationship, but they share just as strong a dedication for their work and have learned to create an effective balance.MORE: Al Roker is supported by Today co-stars after sharing news from his surgery visitThe two have been having a really busy past few weeks, having started back in August by taking time off work to drop their son Nick off at university.VIDEO: Al Roker shares update from dangerous new adventureThey then departed on a lush European vacation, traveling through the continent on the Venice Simplon-Orient Express.However, their plans were then interrupted when news of the Queen's passing broke, with Deborah immediately making her way to London to cover it.MORE: Al Roker's wife Deborah Roberts thanks him on anniversary as she talks 'ups and downs' of marriageWhile Al returned home, it wasn't till a few days later that his wife joined him too, although that visit ended up being brief as well.Deborah immediately packed up for London once again to cover the late royal's funeral with ABC News, and even though they've been more separated than planned, Al couldn't be prouder.A post shared by Al Roker (@alroker)Al wished Deborah a distant happy birthdayOn her birthday, the dad-of-three shared a sweet compilation of photographs of the pair as he wished for her to be home soon so they could celebrate together."Your first birthday across the pond. Hurry home.