Al Roker speaks onstage during the Hudson River Park Friends 7th Annual Playground Committee Luncheon© Getty Images

Al Roker departs Today studios for prestigious task soon after family reunion

The NBC meteorologist is tracking the weather all the way from DC instead

Ahad Sanwari - New York
Senior WriterNew York
April 10, 2023

Al Roker is repping for the Today Show at one of the year's most high-profile holiday events, the Easter egg roll at the White House.

Dating back to 1878, the Easter Egg Roll Party, held every Easter Monday, is one of the oldest events in the White House's history, and is traditionally hosted by the President and their families.

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The NBC meteorologist was on-hand to report for Today at the beloved annual tradition, which saw press and Washingtonians converge on the South Lawn.

Al shared a video of his from the skies above Washington DC, writing: "So long #nyc and hello #washingtondc to report from the #southlawn of the @whitehouse for the annual #eastereggroll tomorrow morning on @todayshow."

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Fans responded with excitement as one wrote: "See you tomorrow!" another said: "Bless your heart, no grass grows beneath your feet! Safe travels," and a third added: "The descent into DC so [awe-inspiring] & seeing all the history & national monuments! Will be watching Today show!!! Can't wait."

He enthusiastically continued to share photographs from the event, including post his interview with President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden.

Al Roker, reporting from duty at the White House Easter Egg Roll

Al even managed to score an exclusive bit from President Biden sharing that he was planning to run for President once again in 2024, although he wasn't "prepared to announce it yet."

It was a quick dash to Virginia for 68-year-old Al, who spent a majority of Easter weekend with his family, including a visiting Nick.

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His 20-year-old son, who is attending college in New Hampshire, came home for some family time, as he, Al, and wife Deborah Roberts were photographed outside Ralph Lauren's restaurant, The Polo Bar, on Saturday.

"Look who's home for #easter after taking @amtrak home and met us at @thepolobar," Al wrote, sharing another glimpse of his family holiday on Sunday.

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Al spent Easter with Deborah and a visiting Nick

The three were seen in their Sunday best after an Easter service, sharing a sweet message for fans before a special supper ahead of Al's departure.

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