Hoda Kotb Surprises Jenna Bush Hager on 'Today with Jenna & Friends'

The former co-host made an unexpected visit to support Bush Hager and her guest co-host Dwyane Wade.

Hoda Kotb, who left the 'Today' show in January 2025, surprised Jenna Bush Hager backstage on March 11 during preparations for 'Today with Jenna & Friends.'
The visit was captured in a video shared on the show's Instagram, showing Kotb offering support to Bush Hager and praising guest co-host Dwyane Wade's performance.
Bush Hager expressed her excitement over the surprise visit, calling it a highlight of her day on her Instagram Stories.
Kotb stepped away from her 17-year career with 'Today' to focus on personal pursuits, including spending more time with her daughters and working on her upcoming book, 'Jump and Find Joy,' set to release in September.
Since Kotb's departure, Craig Melvin has taken over her role alongside Savannah Guthrie, while Bush Hager continues to host the fourth hour with a rotating lineup of celebrity guest co-hosts.