Where is Lester Holt parents from?

His father was African American from Michigan, with roots in Tennessee. He graduated from Cordova High School in Rancho Cordova in 1977 and majored in government at California State University, Sacramento, though he never graduated.

What is Lester Holt’s racial background?

Lester has Jamaican roots Lester’s nationality is American, but his maternal grandparents were born and raised in Jamaica, and his maternal grandfather was half-English and half-Indian. He even went back to Jamaica with his mother for a 2007 Today segment.

How much does Al Roker make per year?

The outlet reports Roker’s NBC salary stands at $10million annually. His most recent contract is a five-year $50million deal that covers his duties on both The Today Show and The Weather Channel.

Is Lester Holt White?

Lester identifies as African-American. In June 2015, Lester made history as the first African American solo anchor of a weekday network nightly newscast, per CNN. The media vet replaced Brian Williams as the Nightly News’ permanent host and told Essence what the move meant for the Black community.