Al Roker celebrated his 68th birthday last week but it was no doubt a bittersweet affair as it has also been one year since the death of his good friend.MORE: Al Roker continues to prepare for life-changing moment involving son NickThe Today star sadly lost family friend Anthony Scotto on 21 August 2021, just one day after Al marked his 65th birthday.
Anthony ran the New York restaurant Fresco by Scotto – which Al and his family frequented often – and tragically passed away at the age of 87.WATCH: Al Roker's rise to fameAt the time, Al paid tribute to Anthony on Instagram alongside a photo of the pair at his restaurant.
He wrote: "In happier times with good friend, @anthonyscottojr who just lost his dad, Anthony Scotto, Sr."Our entire family sends condolences and prayers to the Scotto's.
We have fond memories of Dad Scotto sitting in the front of @frescobyscotto with his beloved wife, Marion. #rip."MORE: Al Roker shares unexpected video for daughter revealing unfortunate health diagnosisMORE: Al Roker and Deborah Roberts mourn heartbreaking loss of her sisterAl's wife Deborah Roberts also paid tribute, sharing a photo of herself and her son Nick with Anthony and the Scotto family.She wrote: "Sending our deepest condolences and love to dear friends, The Scottos, as they cope with the loss of their towering and tenacious patriarch who had a tender touch.
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