‘Today’ Al Roker Expresses Gratitude After Latest Health Scare

Today co-host Al Roker expressed gratitude after his latest health scare. He took to Instagram to share a new update with his fans. Fans were concerned when he was rushed to the hospital shortly after he left on Thanksgiving day. The weatherman has returned home and he’s hoping to spend the holidays out of the ER. Keep on reading to learn more.

Al Roker shines bright as a Christmas tree

The Today Show meteorologist is back home with his family. Al Roker took to Instagram on Friday, December 17 to share new photos with his followers. He shined as bright as the family’s Christmas tree in the background. In one of the photos, the weatherman held up a York Peppermint ornament as he looked at the camera.

He also posed with his wife Deborah Roberts and their daughter Leila, 24, and son Nick, 20. Al expressed his gratitude to be with his family once again. The fan-favorite went missing from the morning show due to ongoing health issues. Al was first admitted to the hospital for multiple blood clots.

“So thankful to be well enough to decorate the Roker Family Christmas tree,” Al Roker wrote in the Instagram post.

The television personality wasn’t present for the Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony earlier this month. However, that doesn’t matter to him. All he wants this Christmas is to be with his family. Fans took to the comment section of his latest Instagram post to share their thoughts.

• “This made my night! Seeing you all together warms my heart. One day at a time with Al’s health journey back! Slow and steady wins the race!”
• “Very happy for you and your family your health is your wealth.”
• “Loving all those smiles!!”
• “Beautiful family!! Glad you’re feeling better Al!”
• “So happy you’re home and doing better. That video of your coworkers singing was so sweet.”

What happened to the Today Show co-host?

Al Roker has been in the hospital twice within a month. He made a virtual appearance on the Today Show to explain his disappearance. Al admitted that he’s been feeling “weak” lately, especially on his journey to recovery. He’s been working on physical therapy and occupational therapy.

He also scheduled a knee replacement surgery for January 2023. Now, he has to push it back since he’s still recovering. It could take some time for Al to return to the Today Show. He admits that he feels better every day.

“I just feel like there’s gonna be a little bit of a slog. But there are people who have to deal with a lot more with a lot fewer resources. I’m very fortunate and very blessed to have the resources.”

Al didn’t reveal when he will be back. Fans continue to share well wishes on his Instagram page. What are your thoughts on Al Roker expressing gratitude after his health scare? Sound off below in the comment section.

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