Al Roker, the beloved weatherman, has been noticeably missing from his usual television appearances due to a serious health issue involving blood clots that initially formed in his thigh and later traveled to his lungs, requiring hospitalization.
True to his open nature, Roker shared his recovery progress with fans on Twitter, thanking them for their ongoing support and kind messages.
This health scare is the latest chapter in Roker’s long history of medical challenges, which includes surgeries for knee and hip problems, as well as a battle with prostate cancer. Despite these setbacks, Roker has continued to live an active lifestyle, including completing the Brooklyn Half Marathon.
His “Today” show colleagues, such as Hoda Kotb, Dylan Dreyer, Craig Melvin, and Savannah Guthrie, have rallied behind him, commending his positive spirit throughout this difficult time.
After a two-month absence following his hospitalization, Roker made a heartfelt return to the “Today” show. During a conversation with his wife, Deborah Roberts, they discussed how serious his condition had been, describing it as a “frightening” and “terrifying” journey, with even doctors uncertain of the outcome at certain moments.