Al Roker Celebrates 70th Birthday with Surprise Party in NYC

Al Roker, the beloved weatherman from the “Today” show, was honored with a surprise 70th birthday party organized by his wife, Deborah Roberts, at City Winery in New York City on Tuesday night. Roker shared the joyous occasion on Instagram, posting a series of 20 photos that captured the celebration, which featured a live performance by the iconic band Earth, Wind & Fire. Expressing his gratitude, Roker admitted he felt more comfortable hosting than being the guest of honor, stating, “This was overwhelmingly amazing and it’s still sinking in.” The event was a family affair, with Roker’s three children in attendance. His daughter Leila made a special trip from Paris to join the festivities, while Roker’s other children, Courtney and Nick, were also present. The guest list included notable figures from the broadcasting world, such as Roker’s “Today” show co-hosts Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Craig Melvin, along with “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King and “Good Morning America” anchor Robin Roberts. Deborah Roberts added personal touches to the celebration, including decorations featuring Roker’s signature blue glasses, custom Krispy Kreme doughnuts, and nostalgic photographs. The highlight of the evening was the performance by Earth, Wind & Fire, which brought a lively atmosphere to the party. As the couple danced to the band’s hits, Leila captured a heartwarming moment of her parents sharing a kiss. Roker, who will officially turn 70 on August 20, looked stylish in a light purple button-up shirt paired with a gray plaid blazer, while Deborah shone in a sparkly white dress. In her Instagram post, she expressed her love for Roker, stating, “Let the birthday countdown begin… We love and appreciate you so much that we simply had to begin celebrating early!”