Let me tell you what went down on the set of Today—Hoda Kotb found herself in a bit of hot water after letting a little too much slip about a big project she and Jenna Bush Hager have been working on. It’s the kind of moment that makes you want to both laugh and cringe at the same time. Let's dive into what happened.
Hoda Kotb Accidentally Drops a Bombshell
Now, picture this: Hoda Kotb, the beloved host of Today, is chatting away with her co-hosts when she lets out a little tidbit that was supposed to stay under wraps. During a segment on Tuesday, September 17, Hoda, who turned 60 this year, announced that she and Jenna, 42, were crafting their second Christmas song. Yes, you heard that right—two Christmas-loving powerhouses teaming up again to bring holiday cheer to the world.
In her typical warm and engaging style, Hoda told her colleagues, “We actually are at work on our second Christmas song… We’re going to drop our second single.” Now, here’s the kicker—this news wasn’t supposed to be announced just yet, and Jenna wasn’t even around to share the moment.
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Who Wrote the New Holiday Tune?
Hoda went on to say that the song she and Jenna were considering was written by none other than Meghan Trainor. That's right, the pop sensation known for hits like "All About That Bass" has turned her hand to crafting a Christmas classic for Hoda and Jenna. But as it turns out, Hoda might have jumped the gun on sharing this exciting news.
Later in the episode, when Jenna joined Hoda, she wasn’t exactly thrilled about the early reveal. “You dropped a secret of ours, in the earlier hours, and I feel deceived,” Jenna joked with a playful grin. It’s clear the duo shares a great sense of humor and camaraderie, even when things don’t go exactly as planned.
Why Did Hoda Let the Cat Out of the Bag?
Hoda confessed that the news slipped out because she had heard that Justin Timberlake and Jimmy Fallon were also working on Christmas songs. "I did not like to hear about other people having a Christmas song, and I wanted them to know that we too were working on one," Hoda said. "I couldn’t help it. Sorry!”
It’s easy to see why Hoda might have felt a little competitive. After all, who wouldn’t want to share the joy of creating something special for the holiday season? And let’s be honest, it’s hard to keep a secret when you’re as excited as Hoda clearly was about this new project.
The following day, Hoda and her cohosts discussed Jennifer Hudson’s new holiday anthem, “Let There Be Joy,” which she created in partnership with Hallmark. When Dylan Dreyer playfully asked if Hoda’s song would compete with Jennifer’s, Hoda admitted that the news about her song was supposed to remain a secret.
“I got into trouble yesterday because apparently it was a secret,” Hoda shared, with Savannah Guthrie chiming in, “Well, not anymore.” Hoda joked, “Now everyone’s mad at me, please don’t make me repeat it!”
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Looking Forward to the Holiday Season
Despite the premature reveal, it’s clear that Hoda and Jenna are thrilled to debut their new song this holiday season. Fans are equally excited to hear what the pair has in store for them. This will mark the second time Hoda and Jenna have released a holiday song since they began cohosting Today With Hoda & Jenna five years ago.
For their first song, “A Carefree Christmas,” the duo teamed up with vocal coach Cheryl Porter, who they credit with teaching them how to sing and infusing their music with joy. “Cheryl is a person who can teach anybody to sing. She has her own technique,” Hoda said. “She is like joy personified and she ran us through the paces – had us try to learn.”
Jenna added that Cheryl’s influence ensured their song would sound great. They even joked about reaching the top of the music charts. “If we do, it’s a Christmas miracle,” Hoda quipped.
