Veteran Meteorologist Al Rocker's Ex-Wife, Alice Bell, Died At 77, Was Hooked To Oxygen Machine

Al Rocker has been running NBC's Today show as a weatherman for the past 30 years. He joined the program in 1996 and became one of the most well-known and familiar personalities to millions of audiences. He has completed 30 years of working on the show, and questions related to his retirement have followed. Al had revealed that he wanted to be in the present despite being in the position for three decades.

Roker, in an interview with The People, revealed that he has not thought about retirement. This is because he loves what he does, loves doing his job. He knows at some point he may not be able to do but that time is not anytime soon. However, did you know that Al Rocker was first married to Alice Bell, and their marriage lasted 10 years? She passed away at the age of 77 on February 10, 2025.

Al Rocker's ex-wife, Alice Bell, was hooked to an oxygen machine

Al Rocker and Alice Bell adopted a daughter whom they named, Courtney Roker Laga. She entered their lives back in 1987. It was Courtney who announced that Alice, her mom, 'heart' and the most loving grandmother to Sky, passed away. Courtney, in her heart-wrenching note, mentioned that she was with her mom during her last breath and that she will always carry her love with her. As seen in the snaps, Alice was wearing what appeared to be a nasal cannula supplying her with oxygen.

Alice's cause of death was not revealed, but on Courtney's post, netizens offered her condolences. A user wrote, "So sorry for your loss Mr. Roker. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers. Sorry for the loss of your beloved mother. May God give you and the entire family peace, love, and comfort during this time." Another user wrote, "Courtney, so sorry to hear about your mom; she will always be in your heart. Lots of love coming to you. Sorry for your loss. Losing your mother or any family member is difficult and often overwhelming. May you find peace."

How did Alice Bell meet Today show forecaster, Al Rocker?

Al Rocker and Alice Bell were married from 1984 to 1994. It was in the early 1980s when both of them had crossed paths at New York's WNBC, where Alice used to produce the news program called Live at Five. Roker was a weatherman, according to a report by the New York Daily News.

When Al Rocker became emotional and remembered how Alice Bell stood by him when his career was uncertain

Al Rocker's first wife was Alice, and when she passed away, a void was left in the heart of Rocker and his family. Their adopted daughter confirmed the news of their demise, and fans poured out condolences on social media. According to a report by Today.Treeiq.Bz, Al was upset remembering how Alice stood by him when his career was uncertain in New York. Although their marriage ended in 10 years, the ex-couple had a meaningful relationship. Al remembered how Alice was not just a spouse but also encouraged and supported him when his success seemed distant, and the road ahead was uncertain. In his words:

"Alice was there from the very beginning, when I was just a guy with big dreams and a weather map. She believed in me when no one else did. There are things between us—private jokes, quiet promises made in the dim light of our first apartment—that the world will never know. They were ours alone, and now they’re mine to hold onto."

Alice Bell used to tell her grandchild, Sky, stories even when her voice was soft

Rocker had also emphasised that Alice was out of the public eye, but was the emotional anchor of Al Rocker during his tough times. She played a huge role in shaping how he saw parenthood. Al revealed that Alice always believed that his job as a parent was to make sure his kids could be whoever they wanted to be. He learnt this selfless quality from Alice. Al also recalled that Alice's role as a grandmother was phenomenal. The ex-pair became grandparents in 2023, and Al remembered that Alice was Sky’s biggest fan from day one. She’d whisper stories to her grandchild related to her and Al's adventures, even when her voice was soft. 

Al Rocker had not appeared on the Tuesday, February 11, 2025, episode of the Today show after Alice Bell passed away

Al Rocker had not spoken about his ex-wife, Alice's demise, but he remained absent from the Tuesday, February 11, 2025 episode of the Today show. However, it was unclear whether his absence was due to Alice's death. The veteran weatherman had not given a statement about the same. However, both of them, who were colleagues, had become life partners for a short span of time. After Al Rocker divorced Alice Bell, he married Deborah Roberts, with whom he has two kids- Leila and Nick.

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