Let’s talk about love and life for a moment. Hoda Kotb, the ever-charming host of TODAY, shared her deep thoughts on finding that special someone after her split from fiancé Joel Schiffman. On an episode aired on November 15, Hoda, 58, opened up about her hopes for the future, saying she can feel her dream guy out there somewhere. She’s confident, she’s hopeful, and she’s ready for whatever comes next.

Hoda’s Perspective on Love and Life

During the show, Hoda turned to her cohost, Jenna Bush Hager, and shared something truly personal. She said, “Can I tell you something that might sound a little strange? There’s a phase in life where you may or may not be with a partner, and my sister once asked me if I was afraid of being alone. You know what? I told her, ‘I’m not going to be alone.’ It’s this strange feeling I have deep down. I know it as surely as I’m sitting next to you at this desk. Of course, I have my two beautiful daughters, Haley Joy and Hope Catherine, who make my life so full.”

The audience erupted in applause as Hoda mentioned her children. As an author of You Are My Happy, Hoda has always shared her heart with the world. Her daughters were born through adoption during her relationship with Joel, the financier. Hoda announced their split in January 2022, but she’s been incredibly candid about finding love again ever since.

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For everybody who is at a phase in their life where they may not be with a partner, @hodakotb reflects on the feeling of knowing you aren’t alone. pic.twitter.com/LS7Mf0axn3
— TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (@HodaAndJenna) November 15, 2022

The Sense of Knowing He’s Out There

Hoda went on to explain that she has this strange yet powerful certainty about her future. “I know it with such certainty, and it’s the strangest feeling. I can almost feel him sometimes,” she said. “It’s like I can sense his presence, but I don’t know what he looks like yet. I just feel it in my bones that it will happen. It’s not like I’m out there hunting or anything, but I have this weird, tingly Spidey sense.”

With Jenna’s support and the encouragement of the audience, Hoda shared her belief that a fairytale ending might just be waiting for her. “It’s not about being desperate or anything,” she added. “It’s more like I have this inner knowing, this gut feeling that everything will fall into place.”

A Side Note on Crushes and Icons

Later in the episode, the conversation shifted to Stanley Tucci’s new status as a sex symbol at 62. This led Hoda to reminisce about her one-time celebrity crush, the late Tony winner Brian Dennehy, who passed away in 2020 at the age of 81. “There was something about him,” Hoda confessed. “He was big, but there was a certain kind of hotness to him.”

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While some in the audience weren’t familiar with Dennehy’s work, Jenna, ever the curious one, revealed she’d be Googling him after the show. She even joked, “Is this who I should be looking out for when I’m trying to set you up?” It was a lighthearted moment that brought laughter and connection to the segment.

What’s Next for Hoda?

Hoda Kotb continues to inspire with her authenticity and charm. Whether she’s sharing her hopes for love, talking about her daughters, or opening up about her past, she’s always been someone who connects deeply with her audience. Her belief in finding love and her confidence in the universe’s plan remind us all to trust the journey and enjoy every moment along the way.

Hoda Kotb Talks Love, Life, and Her Intuition About Finding the Right Person