TV Show Host

Al Roker

Albert Lincoln Roker Jr. is a famous weather presenter and TV personality who currently co-hosts NBC's Today Show with an AMS Seal #238.

Al Roker
Age
70
Birth Date
August 20, 1954
Zodiac
Leo
Born
United States

Popularity

Fame Level
% of people who know them
90%
Liked by
58%
Neutral
29%
Disliked by
13%

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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.