Al Roker made a memorable appearance on The Ellen Degeneres Show back in 2004, and it’s still talked about today. During the interview, Al showcased his dance moves and shared some behind-the-scenes stories. The audience couldn’t get enough of his charismatic personality.
As the clip began, Al danced to a new kind of dance, the “angry bunny.” This hilarious dance move had everyone laughing and quickly became a hit. Ellen and Katie, the show’s hosts, surprised Al with a birthday wish video featuring the dance. Al couldn’t stop laughing and admitted it was one of the funniest things he had ever seen.
But the conversation didn’t stop there. Ellen, always known for her witty banter, teased Al about drinking champagne in the morning. Al jokingly confessed that mimosas and Jello shooters were part of their morning routine. He even mentioned the infamous line, “There’s always room for Jello,” made famous by Bill Cosby.
Ellen couldn’t hide her admiration for Al’s incredible weight loss transformation. Al opened up about his journey, revealing that he had undergone gastric bypass surgery two years prior and lost an astonishing 120 pounds. He emphasized the seriousness of the operation and the risks involved but expressed how much better he felt.
To maintain his weight loss, Al revealed his rigorous workout routine. He worked out with a trainer five mornings a week and aimed to be physically fit enough to “beat his trainer to death,” jokingly, of course. His dedication to fitness and health was evident, and he attributed much of his success to exercise.
Aside from discussing his personal life, Al also spoke about Mother’s Day and shared his admiration for his mother and wife. He expressed his gratitude for his wife, Deborah Roberts, who is a mother to their three children. Al’s comedic timing even led to a hilarious Freudian slip when he accidentally referred to his wife as a wife to their children instead of a mother.
And of course, the conversation wouldn’t be complete without discussing Al’s signature weather reports on NBC’s Today Show. Ellen playfully asked if Al’s family turned to him for weather updates, to which he humorously replied that his wife would often ask about the weather. Al jokingly reminded her that he was indeed the weatherman.
Al Roker‘s appearance on The Ellen Degeneres Show in 2004 was a delightful mix of laughter, personal stories, and a glimpse into his impressive weight loss journey. His charisma and humor kept the audience entertained throughout the interview. With his immense talent and entertaining personality, Al Roker continues to captivate audiences on The Today Show and beyond.
Originally aired on May 7, 2004
