Al Roker Reacts to Hilarious Chair Mix-Up at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Al Roker, one of the beloved faces of NBC's Today show, had an unexpected moment of humor during this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade that quickly became a talking point. As Al sat beside co-hosts Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb at the anchor desk, eagle-eyed viewers noticed something that stood out: his chair was notably lower than those of his co-hosts. What started as an amusing observation quickly turned into a viral moment, with fans poking fun at the height difference.
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Al, known for his good-natured humor and ability to roll with the punches, took to Instagram on December 1st to explain the situation. He shared a picture of himself sitting noticeably lower, with the caption, "For the record, I literally got into the chair :03 before the commercial break ended and we discovered the seat was too low." It was a lighthearted response that perfectly captured his ability to laugh at himself. He continued, “And it. was. Funny!! That’s the beauty of live TV, but thanks to all of you who had my back. You are just another reason why I’m thankful.”
The height mix-up sparked a wave of jokes online, with many fans commenting on how Al’s chair looked like it belonged at the "kids' table." One Instagram user shared that the first thing they said to their dad upon noticing the difference was, “I guess @alroker is sitting at the kids table this year.”
Despite the unexpected attention his chair received, Al remained in great spirits, even as the incident made its way through social media. Comments like, “My boys and I were laughing so hard! True professional!” and “We giggled every time y’all came on the TV and you were so low. Hehe. Thanks for the fun,” flooded his post, showing the warmth and joy his audience felt in response. Al’s ability to take the situation in stride only added to his charm, and it seems that his fans appreciated the humor he brought to an already festive occasion.
This year’s parade featured some iconic performances from stars like Jennifer Hudson, Kylie Minogue, and Billy Porter, as well as Al himself riding on the Tom Turkey float with Charli D’Amelio. Yet, it was his chair mishap that became a standout moment in the live broadcast, showing just how unpredictable and fun live television can be. Even MSNBC host Stephanie Ruhle joined in, sharing that her mother, Louise, had been keeping a close eye on Al’s chair height, humorously insisting that she should alert him about it.
In the end, Al Roker’s playful response to the whole situation only added to the fun of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and it’s clear that fans were thankful for the laughter he provided.
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