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‘Today’ Hosts Send Well Wishes to Sheinelle Jones Amid Family Matters
The hosts of NBC’s “Today” show are expressing their support for Sheinelle Jones as she addresses a family health situation. Colleagues Craig Melvin, Al Roker, and Dylan Dreyer shared their thoughts and well wishes for Jones during a recent broadcast, acknowledging her absence from the morning program since December 18.
Colleagues Share Support and Prayers
During a “Today” segment on Friday, Craig Melvin provided an update on Sheinelle Jones, 46, who has been away from the NBC morning show due to a “family health matter.”
“I just spoke with her a couple of days ago,” Melvin told Access Hollywood’s Emily Orozco. “She’s taking time to be with her family, and we are in constant communication with her.”
Melvin further conveyed the team’s sentiments, stating, “We love our girl. It’s been heartwarming to witness the outpouring of affection and support from viewers as well.”
Adding to the expressions of support, Al Roker, 70, affirmed, “We are keeping her in our prayers.”
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Jones’ Extended Leave and Family Focus
Dylan Dreyer, 43, confirmed that Jones is missing her time on the show with her fellow anchors. “She wishes she could be here with us, but she is prioritizing what she needs to do,” Dreyer explained. “She will be back with us soon.”
Earlier this year, Jones announced her extended leave from “Today,” following a month-long absence which included Hoda Kotb’s notable return episode on January 10.
Sheinelle Jones’ Statement and Viewer Support
In a statement shared on Instagram on January 15, Jones communicated with her audience: “Hi everyone… I sincerely thank all of you who have reached out during my absence from the show. I want to let you know that I am taking this time to attend to a family health matter.”
She continued, “I am truly grateful for the support of my Today Show family, as well as all of you. Your kindness is deeply meaningful to me. I look forward to seeing you all soon. Love, Sheinelle.”
Savannah Guthrie read Jones’ message live on “Today,” echoing the sentiment that the anchors were missing her presence.
Melvin also expressed on air, “We all love you and eagerly anticipate your return.”
Details on the Family Situation
A source close to Jones revealed to People magazine in January that her current situation is “serious.” However, the insider clarified that the health matter is not related to the journalist or her husband Uche Ojeh’s three children: Kayin, 14, and twins Clara and Uche, 12.
Gratitude for Support and On-Screen Presence
According to the source, “Sheinelle is appreciative of the support she has received from her fans and viewers during this time. She is especially thankful for her close-knit ‘Today’ show colleagues and co-hosts, and for all their encouragement during this sensitive period.”
Sheinelle Jones has been a part of the “Today” program since 2014, serving as a co-host for “3rd Hour of Today” alongside Roker, Melvin, and Dreyer. She also frequently steps in as a co-anchor for “Today” and as a guest co-host for “Today with Jenna & Friends.”
Upcoming Memoir by Sheinelle Jones
Despite her current leave from the program, Jones is scheduled to release her memoir, “Through Mom’s Eyes,” in October. The book draws inspiration from her “Today” segment where she interviews mothers of prominent figures about raising successful children.