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Al Roker’s company ‘illegally targeted’ exec producer, failed to properly follow DEI program: suit

The Hollywood Reporter published.The lawsuit alleged that the company “callously disregarded” a PBS DEI program that mandated Schultz’ animated series “Weather Hunters” include Black writers. Schultz accused Al Roker Entertainment of trying to undermine and avoid the mandate by having Black writers only touch up scripts that White writers wrote rather than hire Black staff writers.“Instead of giving the chances to BIPOC writers as had been the plan, the story editor, repeating a strategy previously advocated and backed by Al Roker Entertainment management in writing, wanted to have ‘non-BIPOC’ writers write the stories, and then bring on a ‘BIPOC’ writer and after the stories/episodes [were] shaped, they could be ‘hand[ed] off to BIPOC writers,'” the lawsuit read.After a Black producer was reprimanded for opposing this idea, Schultz spoke out in defense of the DEI policy and made his opinion known to Roker and other executives, according to the suit.
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Today stars receive years-in-the-making surprise live on-air
it seems the beloved Today Show stars can't detect when a surprise is in the works and coming their way.MORE:Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker, Hoda Kotb, Carson Daly and Craig Melvin all received epic surprises Tuesday morning, and as pictures are revealed of the special moments, not only is it evident they were definitely in shock, but also how emotional it made them.Each star had their own special little moment, as the NBC crew organized individual surprises for each member with someone from their highschool or college waiting outside to be reunited with their longtime friends.WATCH: Today's Jenna Bush Hager's rise to fameMORE: Savannah Guthrie jokes she doesn't recognize herself as she accomplishes surprising milestone"Our favorite people were surprised by their favorite people on the plaza this morning and tears may have been shed," Today captioned an Instagram post rounding up all of the incredible reactions.The pictures capture Hoda holding back tears as she hugs one of her past classmates, Savannah stepping back in pure shock before tightly squeezing her best friend, and Al, Carson, and Craig posing alongside their own special people.Savannah took to her personal Instagram to thank her team for planning the unexpected visit, admitting: "I didn't think @todayshow could surprise me anymore."A post shared by TODAY (@todayshow)The hosts' emotional reactionsShe revealed her surprise was by her best friend, writing: "This reunion with my dearest dearest bestie Melissa from Tucson was the absolute BEST!!! And I cannot stop hugging her."MORE: Carson Daly undergoes 'groundbreaking' medical procedure following snowmobile accidentMORE: Savannah Guthrie fulfills her 'dream' on Today - but it's not what you thinkHer fellow Today
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Al Roker and son Nick give Today's new royal podcast their seal of approval - exclusive first look
Al Roker and his son Nick are spending quality time together ahead of the Today star's son's move to college in September.MORE: Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte showcase their singing skills at Platinum Jubilee concertAnd one way in which they are doing that is listening to a popular new podcast closely connected to Al.The TV star has been showing his support for Today co-star Keir Simmons, who has recently launched the show's royal podcast, Born to Rule: When Charles Is King.VIDEO: Today's Al Roker's son Nick receive incredible newsIn an exclusive interview with HELLO!, Keir told us: "Al Roker told me his son is listening and loving the podcast."MORE: Best photos of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee partyMORE: Prince William makes cheeky comment about the Queen during Jubilee concertHe added modestly: "I have no idea over here in London whether he means it or is simply being nice, but it doesn’t matter because Al is just the best in the business. A truly extraordinary human." Al Roker and son Nick are fans of Today's Keir Simmon's new royal podcastHe continued: "I want to organise a Jubilee for Al Roker, he is an absolute diamond."READ: Prince Louis sings national anthem perfectly while standing next to the QueenREAD: Prince Louis gives mum Kate a kiss during sweet Jubilee momentKeir also opened up about his excitement at launching his new podcast, telling us: "I get to really bring people into my world.
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Al Roker and wife Deborah Roberts spend milestone anniversary on other sides of the globe - special reason revealed
Al Roker and his wife Deborah Roberts are both busy television journalists and are often traveling around for work.MORE: Al Roker shares unexpected video for daughter revealing unfortunate health diagnosisAnd this weekend the family marked an incredible milestone - Al's oldest daughter Courtney's wedding anniversary - from other sides of the globe.While Al was in New York, Deborah was in London reporting on the Platinum Jubilee.VIDEO: Today's Al Roker shares incredible update about son NickThe TV star looked incredible in a series of elegant outfits as she joined the rest of her ABC colleagues during the special weekend.MORE: Al Roker's new video sparks conversation about son Nick's futureMORE: Al Roker shares picture with Dylan Dreyer and Sheinelle Jones ahead of 'special' episodeProud father Al paid tribute to Courtney on Instagram on Saturday, alongside a series of pictures from the wedding day.He wrote: "A very happy first anniversary to my darling daughter, @ouichefroker and my son-in-law, @djweslaga That was fast!!"Today's Al Roker paid tribute to daughter Courtney on her wedding anniversary Deborah was on the first to reply, writing: "Happy anniversary dear hearts!" The TV star is a doting stepmother to Courtney, and is also mom to children Leila and Nick, who she shares with Al.MORE: Hoda Kotb hosts Today alone as she reports on devastating Texas shootingMORE: Al Roker's family left emotional over son Nick's achievementLeila lives in Paris but was able to reunite with her mom last week before Deborah touched down in London.They met up in Croatia and it looked like a great time was had by all.
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Al Roker's rarely-seen oldest daughter pictured to honor special day
Al Roker is a devoted family man and loves nothing more than spending time with his children.MORE: HELLO!'s Platinum Jubilee T-shirts to celebrate the QueenWhile his youngest two, Nick and Lelila, often feature on his social media accounts, his oldest daughter Courtney is rarely pictured in public.However, to mark Mother's Day on Sunday, Al took to Instagram to share a series of family snapshots, including a lovely group picture featuring his oldest child, and several more from vacations and memorable occasions.VIDEO: Al Roker's son Nick receives exciting news"What a beautiful family," one follower wrote in the comments section, while another wrote: "Such lovely pictures." A third added: "Gorgeous pictures."MORE: Savannah Guthrie misses Today as Hoda Kotb is joined by new co-hostMORE: Al Roker defended by wife Deborah Roberts from co-starAl shares Courtney with his ex-wife Alice Bell, and went on to welcome Leila and Nick with wife Deborah Roberts.Last year was an incredibly exciting time for Al's family, as Courtney tied the knot to now-husband Wesley Laga. Al Roker's daughter Courtney made a rare appearance in a new family photoThe couple said "I do" at the Ashford Estate in New Jersey where Al walked Courtney down the aisle.
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Al Roker seeks advice as son Nick embarks on big transition
Al Roker and his family, and the Today Show host is trying to figure out just how to best prepare himself for it.MORE: Al Roker shares sentimental tribute ahead of special work project close to his heartIt comes as no surprise to fans of the star that he has an extremely tight knit family, which includes his wife Deborah Roberts, who works for ABC as a television journalist, plus their children Leila, 23, and Nicholas, 19. He has another daughter, Courtney, 25, with ex-wife Alice Bell.The family faced a big transition when Leila decided to move to Paris, where she has been living for several years, and now they're trying to wrap their heads around yet another change, one that will officially make the parents empty nesters.WATCH: Al shares sentimental tribute during visit to Washington DCMORE: Al Roker expresses gratitude and inspires fans in latest sentimental videoAl revealed during a special interview that his son Nicholas is off to college, and as he and Deborah brace themselves for his big move, he's seeking advice from none other than former President Barack Obama.The beloved weatherman was recently in Washington DC to interview the President for a Today Show special, which aired Wednesday 13 April, about his upcoming Netflix series, Our Great National Parks, which premiered on the same day.As the two explored ​​Virginia's Great Falls National Park, the NBC host opened up about the fact that he will soon be an empty nester, and asked Obama how he and his wife should prepare.A post shared by TODAY (@todayshow)The candid conversationHe asked him: "Our son Nick is getting ready to go to college, he's about to leave.
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Deborah Roberts teases husband Al Roker after 'special' Barack Obama interview
Al Roker was over the moon on Wednesday when his special interview with former President Barack Obama aired on NBC's Today Show—but wife Deborah Roberts was quick to bring him back down to Earth.MORE: Al Roker provides rare insight on debilitating cancer diagnosis with wife Deborah Roberts"I hope you get to watch my interview with @barackobama on @todayshow and on @todaysxm," Al captioned the post which included a picture of the two men walking through the woods.WATCH: Al Roker shares sentimental tribute during DC visitHowever Debroah was quick to comment, joking: "Nice work on this special assignment!"Next time I’m gonna scoop you!"MORE: Al Roker expresses gratitude and inspires fans in latest sentimental videoDeborah works for rival network ABC, but Al saw the humor in the comment, replying with a laughing-crying emoji.Al flew in to Washington DC for the special conversation to celebrate Barack's new series, Our Great National Parks on Netflix/A post shared by Al Roker (@alroker)Deborah commented on this post of Al'sDays prior, he told fans about one of the first times he visited the capital city and how much the visit meant to him.The video, posted on social media, saw the news anchor with the US Capitol building towering behind him, and he expressed the impact the historic structure had on him, explaining: "I'm telling you, I never get tired of seeing that building, it means so very very much to all of us, it should." Deborah left this comment on his pageHe captioned the somber yet impactful message: "First time I saw the #uscapitol building was a church field trip in 1968 and ever since then, I am still awestruck by what it represents."The father-of-three also took the time to commemorate Judge Ketanji Brown
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