Hoda Kotb, a long-standing member of the NBC News “TODAY” team, has announced her departure from the morning show after six years as co-anchor. Making the decision after turning 60 in August, Kotb expressed her desire to try something new and turn the page in her life. She has been co-anchoring with Savannah Guthrie since 2018, forming the show’s first all-female anchor team. In an emotional moment, Guthrie praised Kotb for her courage and expressed the team’s sadness at the thought of her leaving.
In a message to her colleagues, Kotb explained that she wants to dedicate more time to her daughters and mother, saying she will miss everyone but is ready for the new chapter in her life. She plans to remain with the show until the start of the next year, highlighting her appreciation for her colleagues and the professionalism of NBC. Kotb first joined NBC News in 1998 as a correspondent for “Dateline” before moving to the “TODAY” team in 2007. She co-hosted the show’s fourth hour with Kathie Lee Gifford.
This announcement marks a significant change for the “TODAY” show, and Kotb’s presence will be missed by her colleagues and viewers alike. The story is still developing, and updates will be provided as they come.
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