Al Roker’s Latest Appearance Sparks Health Concerns—His Explanation Leaves Fans Even More Worried
Fans Notice Something Unusual About Al Roker’s Knee During His Workout Video—Is Everything Okay?
Al Roker started the week by sharing a motivational fitness video with his fans, but instead of focusing on the “quick 10-minute workout” he demonstrated, many were more concerned about a noticeable patch on his knee.
The longtime Today meteorologist posted the clip on Instagram on Monday, Feb. 24, showcasing a series of simple exercises—including heel lifts, leg bends, bicep curls, and knee taps.
“Something is better than nothing,” he wrote in the caption, explaining that he’s working on “strengthening the muscles around the knees.”
While plenty of followers appreciated the encouragement, others zeroed in on the small rectangular patch above his knee, sparking immediate concern.
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Concerned Fans Flood the Comments
Roker’s followers quickly took to the comments section to ask about the mysterious patch and whether he was okay.
“Why is Al wearing a patch? 💜 Hope he’s alright 💜,” one fan wrote.
“Blessings to you, Al 🙏🏽 What happened to your knee? Please be careful 🤗,” another added.
Some shared their own experiences with knee issues, hoping for insight into his situation.
“I had total knee replacement and still can’t get my thigh strength back. What’s the patch for? Did you get a cortisone shot?” one person asked.
Another commented, “I wear those patches too—for both knees. My exercises are still done in bed, Al. It’s been over a year since I’ve been able to walk.”
Given Roker’s history with knee surgeries, it’s not surprising that he’s being cautious. The 69-year-old has undergone multiple knee replacement procedures, with his most recent one taking place in May 2023.
Al Roker Opens Up About His Knee Surgery Challenges
During an appearance on Today last year, Roker shared the difficulties he faced while recovering from his latest knee replacement.
“This one has been the toughest yet,” he admitted. “They had to remove the old one, which came with some complications, and then put in a new one.”
He even showed an X-ray of his knee to his Today co-hosts, explaining the intricate procedure.
“It goes all the way up into the femur, down to the tibia, and there’s a hinge in between,” he said. “They really had to do a lot of work—removing the old hardware, putting in the new hardware, plus adding a titanium cone for the bone to grow around.”
One of the biggest challenges, he revealed, was being forced to stay off his leg.
“I was feeling good at first because the nerve block hadn’t worn off yet,” he recalled. “So, I started cooking. Then my doctor saw my Instagram and was like, ‘No. We’re not doing that.’”
He continued, “The key is to actually rest, ice, elevate, and stay consistent with physical therapy.”
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Should Fans Be Worried?
Although Al Roker assured fans that he’s focused on strengthening his knee, the visible patch has left some followers questioning whether he’s facing new complications.
What do you think—are fans overreacting, or is there reason to be concerned? Share your thoughts in the comments!
