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Al Roker exposes Craig Melvin’s unusual outfit choice live on air: ‘No secrets’

Al Roker exposes Craig Melvin’s unusual outfit choice live on air: ‘No secrets’

Al Roker candidly called out his co-host Craig Melvin for his outfit choice during the May 15 instalment of the Today Show. The meteorologist was delivering the weekly weather report during the first hour of the show when he addressed Craig’s ensemble. “Craig is getting a jump right now, he’s wearing bermuda shorts under the desk,” said Al, as he shared that viewers can expect warmer temperatures next week. “I do, who told him?” asked Craig. “I just knew it,” replied Al. “Al tells all your secrets,” said Laura Jarrett. “There’s no secrets with Al,” replied Craig. © NBCAl Roker called out his co-star’s outfit While Craig’s pants weren’t visible on the camera, on the top half, he wore a navy checkered blazer that was layered over a crisp white shirt and styled with a smart gray tie. The host’s sartorial choices for the show typically lean toward sleek tailoring and straight-leg trousers. Since Craig’s permanent role on the show, the duo have enjoyed a playful relationship and often jokingly call each other out on …

Today’s Al Roker reveals the scary way his daughter’s European wedding ended

Today’s Al Roker reveals the scary way his daughter’s European wedding ended

Al Roker opened up about the frightening way his trip to Europe for his daughter’s wedding ended. The Today Show host shared the story of his harrowing travel during the hantavirus outbreak. “I was coming from Europe this weekend for my daughter’s wedding and the CDC was asking people to voluntarily test themselves,” Al explained. “But they didn’t say for what.” Al, 71, didn’t share if he partook in the voluntary testing, but showed concern for the hantavirus outbreak, which has been making headlines across the globe. As of Tuesday, May 12, a total of 11 hantavirus cases have been confirmed.  © InstagramAl is close with his three children Courtney, Leila, and Nick The Today Show host traveled to Europe with his wife, Deborah Roberts, for their daughter, Leila Roker’s wedding. Leila, 26, tied the knot with her longtime boyfriend, Sylvain Gricourt. The proud parents discussed the upcoming wedding at the NYC Ballet Gala on Thursday, May 8. “I’m excited to go dress shopping with her, of course,” Deborah told People, adding that she was …

Today’s Willie Geist reveals family sacrifice behind major career move

Today’s Willie Geist reveals family sacrifice behind major career move

Today star Willie Geist has been a morning staple for almost two decades, having started at the desk with third-hour anchors Al Roker, Tamron Hall and Natalie Morales before clinching a hosting spot on Sunday Today in 2016.  The 50-year-old opened up about his emotional journey following the milestone 10th anniversary of Sunday Today, and shared how a lengthy discussion with his wife, Christina Geist, allowed him to balance his soaring career with his home life.  “The first show, our guest was Leslie Odom Jr. He was Burr in Hamilton at the height of Hamilton hysteria at that point. And we got him to do the show, and that was a huge boost that he would agree to do it,” Willie told People, adding that the team spent time “building” the show when it first aired.  © Nathan Congleton/NBC via Getty IWillie reflected on his 10-year tenure at Sunday Today “It takes time. Nothing happens overnight. And I think we’re able now, 10 years [later], to look back and say, ‘It’s been worth it. It’s been a blast.’” “They’re all seared in some way in my mind,” he said of the 375 …

Dylan Dreyer’s absence from Today explained as Al Roker tells co-hosts ‘Everyone’s gone’

Dylan Dreyer’s absence from Today explained as Al Roker tells co-hosts ‘Everyone’s gone’

Dylan Dreyer was absent from Today‘s third hour on Tuesday, March 31, with her co-star, Craig Melvin, also missing from the news desk. Third-hour veteran Al Roker held down the fort alongside Laura Jarrett and Savannah Sellers, and took a moment to reassure viewers about his colleagues’ absence. “Craig is on assignment, Dylan is off, so we got Laura Jarrett and Savannah Sellers here,” Al began, before breaking into laughter. “Why are you laughing?” Laura chimed in with a smile on her face, as Al replied: “Everybody’s gone!”  “We’re keeping you company, we’re keeping you cozy,” she added, as he quipped: “I know! I’m actually kind of glad they’re gone…” © Today/NBCAl was joined by Laura Jarrett and Savannah Sellers on Tuesday “Good for us!” Savannah laughed before launching into the first headline of the day. The rest of the usual Today show hosts were also absent on Tuesday, apart from Jenna Bush Hager, who welcomed Willie Geist as her co-star for Today with Jenna and Sheinelle in the fourth hour. Meanwhile, Willie and Laura teamed …

Deborah Roberts stuns in chic bathing suit on vacation with Al Roker

Deborah Roberts stuns in chic bathing suit on vacation with Al Roker

Deborah Roberts stunned in her bathing suit during her recent vacation with Al Roker. The TV star shared a carousel of pictures from their getaway and was spotted wearing a sleek black one-shoulder, one-piece bathing suit with black sunglasses. Deborah was all smiles as she posed next to Al, who sported a blue Superman t-shirt and brown shorts with matching brown sunglasses. © InstagramThe duo enjoyed some downtime The duo was seen relaxing from their demanding TV jobs for Today and ABC as they enjoyed cocktails by the pool together.  In another shot, Deborah was spotted with her novel More Than Enough, and Al kept his journal and headphones close by. Their son Nicholas Albert Roker, 23, also joined them on vacation, as the trio enthusiastically smiled in a wholesome family selfie with the beach in the background. © InstagramDeborah lounged by the pool Deborah captioned the post: “Loving. Laughing. And living. In the moment. #grateful #family.” Fans flocked to the comments, with one writing: “Soak up and enjoy! Love and hugs to y’all.”  Another …

Savannah Guthrie’s Today co-stars share urgent pleas amid her mother Nancy’s disappearance

Savannah Guthrie’s Today co-stars share urgent pleas amid her mother Nancy’s disappearance

Savannah Guthrie’s Today co-stars shared their support for the journalist following the disappearance of her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, over the weekend. The matriarch was first reported missing on February 1 and was last seen the day before, around 9:45 p.m., by her children.  Authorities believe that Nancy was taken against her will from her home in the Catalina Foothills of Tucson, Arizona, sometime between 10 p.m. on Saturday night and 6 a.m. on Sunday morning.  “Sheriff Nanos has stated that he believes that a crime has been committed. At this point, investigators believe she was taken from the home, and that includes possible kidnapping or abduction,” a spokesperson for the Pima County Sheriff’s department told The Arizona Republic.  © Getty ImagesSavannah’s mother Nancy was reported missing on Sunday Nancy reportedly has mobility issues and requires daily medication for her health, prompting further concerns for her well-being. Savannah’s Today co-stars, including Craig Melvin, Jenna Bush Hager, Sheinelle Jones, Al Roker, Dylan Dreyer, and former co-anchor Hoda Kotb, have all shared support for their friend amid …

Who is taking over Sheinelle Jones’ seat on the 3rd Hour of TODAY?

Who is taking over Sheinelle Jones’ seat on the 3rd Hour of TODAY?

Sheinelle Jones made her debut as Jenna Bush Hager’s permanent co-host for TODAY’s 4th Hour on Monday, January 12. The big day came six years after she first joined TODAY’s 3rd Hour and one year after the morning show landscape changed significantly. In early 2025, the 4th Hour with Hoda & Jenna became TODAY with Jenna & Friends following Hoda Kotb’s emotional departure from the long-running program. As Sheinelle, 47, focuses on her new gig, who will be taking over for her seat on the 3rd Hour? Well, instead of bringing someone else on immediately, Dylan Dreyer, Al Roker, and Craig Melvin will continue on as the main co-hosts of the 3rd Hour. The show is expected to utilize a rotating desk of NBC News correspondents to fill the fourth seat in the meantime. After the news that Sheinelle would be joining Jenna was announced in December, Craig told the anchor: “We’re, of course, gonna miss sitting next to you every day here on this show.” © NBCSheinelle and Al shared a desk for years …