Scarlett Johansson And Jenna Bush Hager Hit It Off As Co-hosts On 'Today'

When Scarlett Met Jenna: A Perfect Match

When Scarlett Johansson made a guest appearance as co-host on the Today show, it was like a breath of fresh air blowing through the studio. She joined Jenna Bush Hager for the fourth hour of the show last month, and it quickly became clear that these two women not only work well together but genuinely enjoy each other's company. Sources close to the situation say their connection extends beyond the screen, and they're already making plans to hang out off-camera.

“From the moment they met, it was evident that Scarlett and Jenna had an instant rapport,” an insider exclusively told Closer. “There was no awkwardness, either on or off camera. Jenna was incredibly welcoming, and she was genuinely impressed by how down-to-earth Scarlett is. Scarlett didn’t come off as overly 'Hollywood'—she was just herself, and everyone loved it. Jenna, who some thought might feel intimidated, wasn’t at all. Instead, she seemed thrilled to have such a talented and relatable co-host.”

Scarlett’s Week on the Show

Scarlett, who turned 40 earlier this year, stepped into her role as a celebrity guest co-host during the week of January 21, following Hoda Kotb's departure from the program. Her husband, Colin Jost, even made a special appearance, adding a touch of humor and charm to the already lively atmosphere. The week proved to be a memorable one for everyone involved.

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“Jenna gave Scarlett the space to express herself fully, something that Jenna might not have done as readily with Hoda,” the insider added. “They bonded over their shared experiences as moms, discussing everything from raising kids to their mutual love of beer. It was clear they had a blast, and they’re already planning to keep in touch. A pint or two over dinner sounds like it’s in the cards for these two in the near future.”

Fans Want More of Scarlett

Viewers were captivated by the dynamic duo and quickly took to social media to voice their opinions. Many fans expressed their desire to see Scarlett become a permanent fixture on the show. One particularly enthusiastic fan commented on a January 22 Instagram post from the official Today With Jenna & Friends account: “I NEEEEEEED Scarlett on my morning TV with Jenna. Please make this a permanent thing!”

“Scarlett has been my MOST favorite ‘friend’ so far,” another viewer commented. “She’s the most natural and seems the least forced. Last week was a little chaotic, and I can’t even remember who the co-host was because someone got shushed. It was too much.”

“Jenna and Scarlett should be a thing. You’re both awesome together, and it looks like you need each other. I hope it works out if that’s what’s to be,” another viewer chimed in.

Commemorating Their Time Together

It wasn’t just the viewers who wanted to celebrate the connection between Jenna and Scarlett. The two decided to mark their time together in a unique way—by getting their ears pierced on camera! During the January 23 episode, Jenna and Scarlett held hands as professional piercers came out to pierce their ears simultaneously while they sat at the news desk.

“We were like, ‘Let’s just get our ears pierced together!’” Scarlett, the Black Widow actress, told Today viewers during the episode. “So, we have committed to that. Today we’re doing it.”

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Scarlett joked about her past love for piercings, saying, “I have a lot of piercings. When I was a kid, I was into piercings, and then I had my eyebrow pierced, my septum, my everything. It was just a thing. And so I think it’s been a minute since I got a piercing, so I’m excited to do it with you.”

Throughout the episode, Scarlett expressed her excitement about co-hosting with Jenna. “This is my