NEW YORK – Hoda Kotb, a beloved figure at NBC for over two decades, has announced that she will be stepping down from her role on the “Today” show early next year. She shared with her colleagues that it’s time for a new chapter in her life.
Reflecting on her recent 60th birthday, Kotb realized that her family, including her daughters and mother, deserve more of her time and attention. She expressed her gratitude for the meaningful career she has had so far and looks forward to the next decade ahead.
Since 2018, Kotb has co-anchored the first two hours of “Today” alongside Savannah Guthrie, following the departure of Matt Lauer. She has also been hosting the fourth hour of the show with Jenna Bush Hager, previously co-hosted by Kathie Lee Gifford. Kotb first joined NBC News in 1998 as a correspondent for “Dateline” before becoming part of the “Today” team in 2007.
Her decision to leave was met with emotional reactions from her colleagues, with Guthrie expressing how beloved Kotb is and how much she will be missed. Kotb’s farewell note was filled with gratitude for her NBC family and expressed her plans to remain connected with the network.
As Kotb prepares to move on to new endeavors, NBC will need to fill the void she leaves in their morning lineup. Her unique ability to handle both serious news and light-hearted stories has made her a valuable asset to the network.
Now, fans and colleagues alike eagerly await to see what the future holds for Hoda Kotb as she embarks on the next chapter of her career.
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