THE NEWS about Al Roker’s health has broken our souls

Beloved weatherman Al Roker has been noticeably absent from television due to a serious health scare involving blood clots in his thigh that subsequently spread to his lungs, leading to hospitalization.

Roker, known for his transparency about health issues, took to Twitter to share his current journey to recovery, expressing gratitude for the support received and thanking fans for their well-wishes.

This health scare adds to Roker’s history of health challenges, which include surgeries for hip and knee issues, as well as prostate cancer. Despite these obstacles, he has maintained an active lifestyle, even completing the Brooklyn Half Marathon.

Colleagues from the “Today” show, including Hoda Kotb, Dylan Dreyer, Craig Melvin, and Savannah Guthrie, publicly voiced their support for Roker, praising his upbeat attitude during this challenging time.

Roker recently returned to the “Today” show after a two-month hiatus following his hospitalization for blood clots. In an interview with his spouse, Deborah Roberts, they revealed the severity of his condition, describing it as a “frightening” and “the scariest journey” that even medical professionals were uncertain about at certain points.