Al Roker

About

Al Roker is an American television personality, author, and weatherman. He is best known as the Today Show's longest-running co-host, which he has co-hosted since 1996. He is also well recognized for his acclaimed work in broadcast meteorology, reporting major weather events such as both Hurricane Katrina and Sandy.

Al Roker Timeline

1954

Al Roker is Born

On August 20, 1954, Albert Lincoln Roker Jr., known as Al Roker, was born in Queens, New York.

1976

Starts Broadcasting Career

Al Roker began his career as a weather anchor for CBS affiliate WHEN-TV in Syracuse, New York.

1983

Joins NBC's Today Show

Al Roker joined the Today Show as a weather presenter, a position he would hold for decades.

1995

Named NBC's Chief Weatherman

Roker was appointed as the chief weatherman for NBC News, following Willard Scott's semi-retirement.

2002

Undergoes Gastric Bypass Surgery

Al Roker underwent a gastric bypass surgery, leading to a significant weight loss.

2014

Sets Guinness World Record

Roker set a Guinness World Record for the longest uninterrupted live weather report, lasting 34 hours.

2020

Announces Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

Al Roker revealed on the Today Show that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, using the announcement to educate about the disease.

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Al Roker, an American TV show host, was born on August 20, 1954 and is currently 69 years old. He is best known for his current work on the NBC's “Today” show, in which he has been a weatherman, a news correspondent, and an anchor since 1996. He is also well known for his hosting and producing duties on multiple shows and documentaries.