Al Roker Biography: Age, Net Worth, Parents, Children, Spouse, Siblings, Height, Films, Wiki

Al Roker is a weather presenter, journalist, television personality, and author from the United States. 

He is the weather anchor on NBC’s Today and co-hosts 3rd Hour Today on occasion. 

He owns an inactive American Meteorological Society Television Seal #238.

Profile

• Full Name: Albert Lincoln Roker Jr
• Stage Name: Al Roker
• Born: August 20, 1954
• Age: 69 years old
• Birthplace: New York City 
• Nationality: America
• Occupation: presenter, journalist, television personality, and author 
• Height: 5’8
• Parent: Isabel and Albert Lincoln Roker Sr.
• Siblings: Christopher Roker and Alisa Smith
• Spouse: Deborah Roberts (div) and Alice Bell
• Children: Courtney Roker, Nicholas Albert Roker, and Leila Roker
• Relationship: married
• Net Worth: $70 million

Early Life And Education

Al Roker, a well-known American television personality, was born on August 20, 1954, in the vibrant borough of Queens in New York City. Born to Isabel and Albert Lincoln Roker Sr., Al’s heritage includes Jamaican roots from his mother’s side and Bahamian ancestry from his father’s.

 Growing up, Al was surrounded by a large family of two siblings, Christopher Roker and Alisa Smith, who added excitement and joy to their household.

 Al Roker, the American Weathercaster, earned a Bachelor of Arts in communications from the State University of New York at Oswego in 1976. While at Oswego, he also worked as a DJ for the campus radio station, WNYO.

Career

 After completing his college education, Roker kicked off his broadcasting journey by securing a position as a weekend weatherman at WTVH-TV, located in Syracuse, New York, in 1974.

 Displaying his talent and passion for meteorology, he worked as a weathercaster in Washington, D.C., from 1976 to 1978, followed by a stint in Cleveland from 1978 to 1983. These opportunities allowed Roker to enhance his skills and gain valuable experience in weather forecasting.

 Al Roker embarked on his journey with WNBC-TV in New York City in 1983, assuming the role of a weekend weathercaster. With his charisma and talent, he swiftly gained recognition and became a beloved presence on the station.

 Four years later, in 1987, Roker’s exceptional skills and rapport with viewers earned him a promotion to the esteemed position of weeknight weather anchor.

In addition to his notable work on The Today Show, Al Roker has had the opportunity to host various other television programs throughout his career.

 Some of these include Remember This?, which aired from 1996 to 1997; Wake Up with Al, which ran from 2009 to 2015; and The Al Roker Show, which was on air from 2012 to 2013.

 Roker’s versatility extends beyond hosting, as he has also appeared in various films and television shows, such as Men in Black in 1997, The Simpsons in 2012, and Treme in 2012.

Awards and Nominations

• Outstanding Morning Program (3 nominations)
• Due Interactive Media for a Daytime Program (1 nomination)
• Great Special Class Special (2 nominations)
• Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism (1 win)
• NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Newscaster (1 nomination)
• Gracie Award for Outstanding Host (1 win)
• Silver Gavel Award (1 win)
• Peabody Award (1 nomination)

Social Media

• Instagram handle: Al Roker (@alroker)
• Facebook: Al Roker
• Twitter handle: Al Roker (@alroker)

Personal Life

While working at WNBC in New York City, Roker met his first wife, Alice Bell. They married in 1984 and had one child, Courtney, born in 1987. In 1994, the couple divorced.

 Roker met his second wife, Deborah Roberts, while both worked on the Today show in 1990. They married in 1995 and have two children, Leila (born in 1998) and Nicholas (born in 2002). Roker is currently 68 years old.

Filmography

• The Pirates! Band of Misfits 
• Kung Fu Panda 3 
• Quest for Camelot 
• The Michael J. Fox Show 
• Morning Show Mysteries: Mortal Mishaps 
• Morning Show Mysteries: Death by Design 
• The Blacklist 
• Zombieland: Double Tap 

Net Worth

 Al Roker, a highly accomplished individual in the entertainment industry, has accumulated a net worth of approximately $70 million.

 Renowned for his exceptional skills as an American television weather forecaster, TV personality, actor, and author, Roker has significantly impacted the industry. 

His extensive tenure as the beloved weatherman on NBC’s iconic “Today Show” has solidified his status as a household name while showcasing his remarkable talent and expertise.

 Additionally, Roker is a co-host on “3rd Hour Today,” further contributing to his already impressive career.