It’s been more than 20 years since Al Roker underwent gastric bypass surgery, but he still remembers what his father told him that inspired his weight loss journey. "To be honest, I struggled with my weight for most of my adult life,

Al Roker underwent gastric bypass surgery to honor his dying dad’s wishes. The decision would become a turning point in his decades-long battle with weight management.

Al Roker, a staple of Today since the 1990s and remains a part of the beloved talk show as the 2025 TV schedule gets going. His decades-long career is a highlight of the NBC talk show's history and, all the while,

Al Roker emerged as the face of Today's new fitness platform and has seized the opportunity to discuss living healthily.

Fact checked by Nick Blackmer For some, the day doesn’t start without coffee and the friendly faces of The Today Show. As a regular on the show since 1996, weather presenter, journalist, and host Al Roker has brought more than a little sunshine to American audiences.