Gene Shalit Celebrates 100th Birthday

0:00It's March 27. Welcome to Entertainment and Celebrity News today, powered by AI and packed with headlines. Jean Shallet, the long-time today show film critic, just turned 100 years old. Our Roker marked the milestone on the morning program last Wednesday, March 25, highlighting Shallet's 41-year run on the show from 1969 until his retirement in 2010. Shallet is spending his big day in the Berkshires, breathing fresh air with his six children and five grandchildren. He's also gearing up to cheer on his favorite New York Mets as they head into opening day. Colleagues remember Shalete fondly for his sharper views of movies, plays, and books, plus memorable chats with stars like the original Star Wars cast, and others who couldn't resist his charm. Roker called him a standout talent who knew his stuff inside out. Even after retiring, Shallet stays active, and Roker recently spotted him shopping for cat food at a local store up there. The show has revisited his classic moments over the years, like during their 70th anniversary

1:04special. Shallet's influence lingers on today, reminding everyone of the joy he brought to arts coverage for decades.