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CULTUREThe Oregonian·12h ago

Al Roker suddenly leaves ‘Today,’ explains unexpected absence

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Al Roker left the "Today" show mid-broadcast and later explained the reason for his unexpected departure.

Al Roker abruptly left the “Today” show mid-broadcast before later revealing the unexpected reason for his absence.

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