Guess what? Hoda Kotb surprised everyone by reuniting with her ex-fiancé, Joel Schiffman, for a heartwarming Christmas celebration! The beloved Today show host, known for her charm and warmth, shared a delightful set of photos from her festive gathering with her close-knit family in her brand-new suburban home. These snaps were posted on her Instagram account on Christmas Day, December 25, and they’ve been melting hearts ever since.
Hoda, turning 60 this year, captured some precious moments alongside her two adorable daughters, Haley and Hope, and Joel, who’s 66. They all looked adorable in their matching Christmas pajamas, and the photos showed just how much joy they were all sharing. The images revealed a home filled with festive cheer—presents scattered across the floor and beautiful holiday decorations everywhere. It’s clear that Christmas spirit was alive and well in that household!
Her fans were absolutely thrilled to see Joel in the photos, and the comments section quickly filled up with messages of joy and appreciation. “So happy to see Joel with you guys!” one fan wrote, expressing their delight. Another added, “So nice to see Joel. The girls are so lucky to have him. Merry Christmas.” It’s clear that Joel’s presence brought a lot of warmth to the celebration.
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A few hours after opening presents on Christmas morning, Hoda shared another sweet photo of her family lounging on the couch in the living room, still wearing their cozy Christmas pajamas. This candid snapshot captured the essence of a relaxed, joyful family moment.
Hoda captioned the photo with a playful note: “Raise your hand if you are still in your Christmas jammies and watching football.” Her followers couldn’t help but respond with enthusiasm. “Merry Christmas loved seeing Joel with you guys today I’m sure the girls were happy,” one person commented, while another chimed in, “Am I seeing Joel there?!?!!!! Merry Christmas.”
Family Dinner in the New Home
Later in the day, Hoda gave her followers another glimpse into the festivities by sharing a photo of the family sitting down for dinner in the stunning dining room of her new house. She captioned the image with a lighthearted note: “5:55 pm dinner time—/still in Christmas jammies!!”
In this photo, Joel was seated at the table next to Hoda’s mom, Sameha Kotb. On the other side of the table were Haley and Hope, alongside Hoda’s sister, Hala. It was a touching scene that highlighted the importance of family and togetherness during the holiday season.
“I love seeing your family together. You and Joel are doing it right,” one commenter wrote, expressing admiration for the harmonious family dynamic. Another added, “Wonderful to see Joel. Beautiful family.”
Post-Breakup Coparenting Success
Hoda announced her breakup from Joel on an episode of Today back in January 2022. Despite the split, she’s been actively dating again while maintaining a strong coparenting relationship with Joel for the benefit of their daughters.
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“He’ll have a Saturday, and I’ll do the Sunday. We switch each week,” Hoda explained to People in August 2022. “He’ll take the girls and do some fun things, and I’ll take some quiet time. It’s a healthy mix, and the kids love it. He’s a great dad.”
Hoda emphasized that the key to their successful coparenting arrangement lies in open communication and flexibility. “‘Does that work for you?’ ‘Do you need me to change that?’ We’re very open about fixing things so that everybody’s needs are being met,” she remarked. “He’s a great dad — but I also know I’m on the right road.”
New Beginnings and Saying Goodbye to Today
Now, Hoda is embracing life in her new home with her daughters, Haley, 7, and Hope, 5, while preparing for a significant transition in her career. Her final episode on Today is set to air on January 10, marking the end of an incredible chapter in her professional life.
“Obviously I had my kiddos late in life, and I was thinking that they deserve a bigger piece of my time pie that I have,” she shared with her Today colleagues on September 26 when discussing her decision to step back. “I feel like we only have a finite amount of time. And so, with all that being said, this is the hardest thing in the world.”
