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Hoda Kotb Continues to Cheer On ‘Today’ Show Family, Offers Feedback to Jenna Bush Hager
Hoda Kotb, despite transitioning from her former role on the Today show, remains a steadfast supporter of her colleagues. Jenna Bush Hager, her former co-host during the fourth hour, recently disclosed that she still receives insightful feedback from Hoda after her departure from the NBC morning news program earlier this year. This ongoing connection highlights Kotb’s enduring investment in the Today show team.
Ongoing Support and Constructive Criticism
In a recent interview with E! News alongside her twin sister Barbara Bush, Jenna Bush Hager revealed the nature of Kotb’s continued engagement. “She’s giving feedback,” Jenna shared. “She’s so supportive. You all know Hoda; she’s like the most supportive, amazing force. But she definitely is like, ‘Okay, that was great’ or ‘this is great.’ She definitely has opinions, which I value. I care about what she thinks.”
Perspective on Kotb’s Departure
Months after Kotb’s shift to prioritize family time with her daughters Haley, 9, and Hope, 5, Jenna Bush Hager expressed a deeper understanding of her former co-anchor’s decision. “It was a really good lesson in saying goodbye because I was so sad,” admitted the former First Daughter. Jenna, a mother herself to Mila, 11, Poppy, 9, and Hal, 5, with husband Henry Chase Hager, reflected on the initial impact of Kotb’s absence: “It was almost unthinkable that she wouldn’t be here.”