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Al Roker

Television Career and “Wake Up with Al”

Longtime co-host of "Wake Up with Al" and NBC’s Today Show weatherman, Al Roker has been a prominent figure in broadcast journalism for nearly four decades. Following the cancellation of the Weather Channel’s morning show “Wake Up with Al” on October 2, 2015, he transitioned into a contributor role at The Weather Channel. The show, which debuted in 2009, ended due to high production costs.

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Known for his engaging on-air presence, Roker was also noted for his lighthearted discussions on relationships and social topics during his morning segments. Though the show ended, he continues to provide valuable weather updates as a contributor.

Health Journey and Guinness World Record

In 2002, Roker underwent gastric bypass surgery after reaching a weight of approximately 340 pounds. Following the procedure, he successfully lost around 140 pounds. Aside from the gastric bypass, he has had a total knee arthroplasty and undergone back surgery on separate occasions.

In 2014, Al Roker made headlines by setting a Guinness World Record for the longest uninterrupted live weather report, broadcasting for 34 hours during a segment known as "Rokerthon."

“Rokerthon” and Philanthropy

In 2015, Roker launched "Rokerthon 2: Taking America by Storm," a unique initiative to become the fastest person to report the weather from all 50 U.S. states in just one week. The event, which kicked off in Hawaii on November 6, aimed to raise funds for Feeding America, supporting hunger-relief efforts nationwide.

Physical Appearance and Background

Standing at 5 feet 10 inches tall, Roker has continued to manage his health post-surgery, though he reportedly still carries some abdominal weight. Of African-American heritage, his father was of Jamaican descent and his mother of Bahamian descent. Despite his years in the public eye, Roker often describes himself as a shy person, though others perceive him as outspoken, thoughtful, and progressive.


Quick Facts
Birth Date: 20 Aug, 1954
Age: 65 yrs
Citizenship: United States of America
Birth Place: Queens
Education: State University of New York at Oswego
Xavier High School
Gender: Male
Description: Weather presenter, television and radio personality
Twitter Id: Alroker
Spouse: Deborah Roberts [M. 1995]
Net Worth 2021: 70 million
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Last Modified: Apr 19 2025
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