As the iconic weatherman of the TODAY Show celebrates three decades on the air, the big question on everyone's mind is: Will Al Roker finally hang up his hat and retire? In a recent exclusive interview with PEOPLE, the 71-year-old broadcasting legend revealed his surprising stance on the matter.

A Lifelong Passion for Weather

For Roker, the TODAY Show has been more than just a job - it's a lifelong passion. "I love what I do," he told PEOPLE. "I feel good. I love this job. I love doing it." And despite his impressive 30-year tenure, the veteran meteorologist has no plans to slow down anytime soon.

What this really means is that Roker is nowhere near ready to retire. As he put it, "At some point I guess I won't be [doing this], but I don't feel like that's anytime soon, so I'm just gonna keep going." Given his infectious energy and undeniable talent, it's no surprise that Roker remains committed to his role on the beloved morning show.

Weathering the Changes at TODAY

Of course, the TODAY Show has evolved significantly over the past three decades, with many co-hosts and anchors coming and going. But through it all, Roker has remained a constant - a familiar and trustworthy presence that viewers have grown to depend on. As he eloquently put it, "the mission over these 74 years has not changed" even as "the way we bring it to you may have."

The bigger picture here is that Roker's longevity on the show is a testament to his invaluable contributions. As NBC anchor Carson Daly noted, Roker is a "global ambassador" for the TODAY brand, and his colleagues have consistently praised his unique blend of meteorological expertise and infectious personality.

An Irreplaceable Presence

In the end, it's clear that Al Roker has no plans to step away from the TODAY Show anytime soon. As he told PEOPLE, "I don't feel like that's anytime soon, so I'm just gonna keep going." And given his undeniable impact on the show and its legions of loyal fans, that's music to everyone's ears.

Of course, Roker acknowledges that he won't be part of the TODAY family forever. But for now, he remains an irreplaceable presence - a weatherman, co-host, and global ambassador whose passion for his craft is as strong as ever. And as he continues to weather the storms of television's ever-evolving landscape, there's no doubt that his legacy will only continue to grow.