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Al Roker’s company ‘illegally targeted’ exec producer, failed to properly follow DEI program: suit

The Hollywood Reporter published.The lawsuit alleged that the company “callously disregarded” a PBS DEI program that mandated Schultz’ animated series “Weather Hunters” include Black writers. Schultz accused Al Roker Entertainment of trying to undermine and avoid the mandate by having Black writers only touch up scripts that White writers wrote rather than hire Black staff writers.“Instead of giving the chances to BIPOC writers as had been the plan, the story editor, repeating a strategy previously advocated and backed by Al Roker Entertainment management in writing, wanted to have ‘non-BIPOC’ writers write the stories, and then bring on a ‘BIPOC’ writer and after the stories/episodes [were] shaped, they could be ‘hand[ed] off to BIPOC writers,'” the lawsuit read.After a Black producer was reprimanded for opposing this idea, Schultz spoke out in defense of the DEI policy and made his opinion known to Roker and other executives, according to the suit.
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‘Today’ show co-hosts get musical for Halloween at the plaza: Taylor Swift, Harry Styles and more
anchors of NBC’s “Today” show donned outfits for their morning broadcast on Tuesday, wowing viewers and fans.Hosts Carson Daly, Craig Melvin, Dylan Dreyer, Willie Geist, Peter Alexander, Laura Jarrett, Jenna Bush Hager, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker, Sheinelle Jones and Savannah Guthrie all sported costumes to celebrate the spooky holiday.This year’s theme for the day was “Kellyoke” — the iconic segment of the “Kelly Clarkson Show” where the “American Idol” alum sings covers of pop songs.The “Today” show emcees wore costumes that looked like the hottest musicians in town, and they even took the stage to croon a tune from said artist.The show’s costume designer Staci Greenbaum revealed that there was “custom stuff for everyone.”“It’s not like you can go into a store and find this stuff,” she said. “Everyone’s going to look amazing!”Keep reading to see all the looks from the “Today” show.Guthrie wore Taylor Swift’s bodysuit from the “Eras Tour” and even performed the country crooner’s song “Cruel Summer.”Her daughter, Vale, joined her at the mic and portrayed a younger version of Swift.Jones sparkled in all of her ’70s glory, dressing up as Diana Ross.
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Al Roker Shares How He Accidentally Learned He's Expecting a Granddaughter (Exclusive)
Al Roker couldn't be more excited to be a grandpa, and it turns out he's gearing up to welcome an adorable granddaughter!Roker walked the carpet at the Broadcasting and Cable Hall of Fame Awards' 31st Anniversary Gala in New York City on Wednesday — where he was joined by show co-host Hoda Kotb — and he spoke with ET about the upcoming addition to the family.«Courtney is expecting our first granddaughter,» Roker said, before quickly correcting himself, using the word «grandchild,» and revealing that she's due in June.When asked if it was a slip of the tongue, Roker said it wasn't really, because he «didn't want to know» the sex of the baby either, but his daughter accidentally revealed the news.«She [texted] me a sonogram picture and I said, 'That baby looks just like you,' and she said, 'Doesn't she?' And then you see the bubbles,» Roker said, recalling the fateful text chat. "[She goes] 'I'm so sorry!' and I went, 'You had one [job]!'"«I wanted to be surprised,» Roker added, laughing.The beloved TV newsman's oldest daughter, Courtney Roker Laga — whom he shares with ex-wife Alice Bell -- posted a sweet montage video of herself and her husband, Wesley Laga, on Instagram, showing off their baby's first sonogram and ultrasound back in March.Courtney spoke with  about her baby news, sharing, «We are extremely excited to welcome a new member into our family and start this next chapter in our lives.
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Dylan Dreyer left shocked by Today guest's story – but Al Roker makes biggest impact
Dylan Dreyer and Al Roker, along with co-hosts Craig Melvin and Sheinelle Jones, sure seem glad that they are way past their dating days.After guest Jameela Jamil recounted a dating horror story that left the Today hosts shocked and speechless, they looked very grateful that their single days are over.The British actress is promoting her new podcast, Bad Dates, which features varying celebrities recount their "worst nights out," and in honor of the new series, she decided to tell her own bad dating story.WATCH: Today's Dylan Dreyer has heated debate live on air and co-stars reactMORE: Today faces another shake-up to show as Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb are absent againSpeaking with Al, Sheinelle, Craig and Dylan on Today's 3rd Hour, Jameela looked back not so fondly to her very first booty call, which was certainly not what she expected.Teasing quite the wild story, she first said: "Oh how do I tell this story again legally?" leaving the hosts on the edge of their seats.MORE: Hoda Kotb details difficult reality of daughter's health scare and impact on familyThen she recalled: "I had a man take several steps into my apartment on what was supposed to be my very first booty call."A post shared by TODAY (@todayshow)The Today stars couldn't believe Jameela's storyIt didn't take long for the night to take a turn for the worse, in fact only a few seconds, and she added: "He collapsed three steps in. He broke all of his front teeth.
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