Facing criticism for his Thanksgiving performance, Al Roker blames his chair for putting him in an awkward situation

Facing Criticism for His Thanksgiving Performance, Al Roker Blames His Chair for Putting Him in an Awkward Situation. Al Roker responds to the buzz surrounding his unusually low chair during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade broadcast, turning the moment into a lesson in live TV humor.

The Chair That Stole the Show

At the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Al Roker found himself in an unexpected spotlight—not for his impeccable hosting skills but for his unusually low seat. Sitting alongside Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb at the Today anchor desk, viewers couldn’t help but notice that Al’s chair was significantly lower than his co-hosts’, sparking a wave of lighthearted online jokes.

“I literally got into the chair :03 before the commercial break ended and discovered the seat was too low,” Al clarified in a Dec. 1 Instagram post.

Fans and Friends Weigh In

Social media erupted with playful comments about Al’s “kids table” moment, with one fan quipping, “I guess @alroker is sitting at the kids’ table this year.” Even MSNBC host Stephanie Ruhle shared that her mother tried to contact Al during the broadcast to alert him about the chair height.

Despite the teasing, fans applauded Al for taking the situation in stride and keeping the broadcast lively. “We giggled every time you came on TV. Thanks for the fun!” one commenter wrote.

A Parade to Remember

Though the chair mishap stole a few laughs, it didn’t overshadow the rest of the parade. Al, Savannah, and Hoda braved the rainy weather to deliver a memorable broadcast featuring performances by Jennifer Hudson, Kylie Minogue, and Billy Porter. Al even took center stage on the Tom Turkey float alongside Charli D’Amelio, proving once again why he’s a Thanksgiving tradition.

Al’s Lesson in Live TV

Al Roker’s Thanksgiving chair mishap is a reminder of the unpredictability—and hilarity—of live television. But for Al, it’s all part of the fun. “That’s the beauty of live TV,” he shared.