Hoda Kotb, visibly emotional, told viewers:
“Al is more than a colleague. He’s our brother. We miss him terribly.”
Savannah Guthrie echoed that sentiment:
“The studio just isn’t the same without him.”
Fans from every corner of the country posted messages:
“Morning TV isn’t morning TV without you, Al!”
“Praying for healing.”
“Sending all the sunshine you’ve given us right back to you.”
The outpouring of love seemed endless — a testament to how deeply he has embedded himself into America’s daily routine.
The Long Road to Recovery
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