Let’s talk about the buzz surrounding Hoda Kotb and her ex-fiancé, Joel Schiffman. Could they be rekindling their romance? That’s what some fans are speculating after noticing Hoda fidgeting with a ring on her left hand during a recent episode of Today. Fans are buzzing, and social media is alive with theories. Let’s dive in and unpack what might be happening in the world of one of America’s favorite TV personalities.
Hoda's Ring Sparks Speculation Among Fans
On Thursday, January 2, viewers of Today couldn’t help but notice Hoda, 60, spinning a ring on the fourth finger of her left hand. For those paying close attention, this small gesture sparked a whirlwind of speculation. Could this be a sign that Hoda and Joel, 66, are back together after their January 2022 split? Fans wasted no time sharing their theories online, with many expressing hope that the couple has reunited.
What Fans Are Saying
One Instagram user commented on Hoda’s page, saying, “Did anyone else notice the ring on Hoda’s left hand this morning? I was waiting for an announcement. At one point she was fiddling with it, sliding it up and down. I was really hoping her and Joel were back together.” Another fan chimed in, adding, “Yes, she definitely is wearing a ring! Maybe she will make the announcement when everyone is back together on air!”
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A third fan recalled noticing the ring while Hoda was broadcasting from the Rose Parade alongside fellow Today host Al Roker. They noted, “I was waiting for her to make an announcement also. She seemed exceptionally giddy this morning and I thought maybe it was because she’s looking forward to her time off after next week. But then I noticed the ring and I wondered if something else was going on.”
Another viewer observed, “Maybe she will make an announcement soon. She seemed to show the ring at one point and then all of a sudden realize [sic] that maybe she shouldn’t yet and it seemed as though she was hiding her hand from that point on.”
Insider Insights: Are Reconciliation Chances Slim?
Despite the buzz and fans’ hopes, a source exclusively told Closer that a reunion between Hoda and Joel is unlikely. “As far as a reconciliation goes, which everyone is hoping for, I just don’t think that’s in the cards for them,” the insider explained on December 27, 2024. “Never say never, but they’re both set in their ways and happy with the way things are.”
A Look Back at Hoda and Joel's Love Story
Hoda and Joel first met in 2013 when she was speaking at an event on Wall Street. Their romance blossomed shortly after, though the couple didn’t publicly confirm their relationship until two years later. During a 2015 appearance on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Hoda shared the story of how they met. “I asked someone from the place. I asked, ‘Will you find out his situation?’ Because I didn’t know anything about him … He didn’t have a wedding ring, but that’s all I knew,” she revealed. “Then she emailed him and he emailed me and asked me out on a date. We’ve been dating for two years.”
Throughout their relationship, Hoda and Joel adopted two daughters together, Haley Joy in 2017 and Hope Catherine in 2019. Joel proposed shortly after welcoming Hope into their family, but their love story took a turn when the couple announced their breakup in January 2022. Initially, their wedding plans were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, but the event never came to fruition.
While the future of Hoda and Joel’s relationship remains uncertain, one thing is clear: fans are invested in their story and eager to see what comes next. Whether the ring signifies something new or simply a nostalgic keepsake, Hoda’s every move is watched with admiration and curiosity.
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