Big Changes on 'Today': A Week Without Savannah and Hoda
It’s been an eventful week on the set of NBC's "Today" show, as two of its beloved anchors, Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie, have taken a much-deserved break from the daily grind. This has left their colleagues, Craig Melvin and Laura Jarrett, to step into the spotlight and keep things running smoothly. Let’s dive into what’s been happening behind the scenes as this dynamic duo takes the reins.
Craig Melvin and Weekend Today’s Laura Jarrett have been making headlines as the new temporary anchors of the morning show. These two have proven to be a perfect match behind the news desk, bringing their unique chemistry and professionalism to the screen. Since Monday, March 18, Craig and Laura have been co-anchoring the show, with Peter Alexander, another talented member of the Weekend Today team, joining them throughout the week.
Craig Melvin Kicks Off the Week with Enthusiasm
At the start of Monday's broadcast, Craig Melvin, 44, greeted viewers with his signature charm and enthusiasm. "Thanks for starting off the week with us!" he said with a smile. "We’ve got Laura Jarrett with us while Savannah and Hoda are taking time off with their families!" This heartfelt message set the tone for the week, ensuring fans that even with the anchors away, the show would go on with the same warmth and dedication they've come to expect.
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Hoda Kotb: Love, Life, and Vacations
Hoda Kotb, 59, is currently enjoying some well-deserved downtime, vacationing in a stunning destination. But before she left, she was spotted out and about in NYC with a mystery man, sparking plenty of curiosity among her fans. Hoda has been refreshingly open about her journey back into the dating world since her breakup with Joel Schiffman in January 2023. The couple, who share daughters Haley and Hope, are co-parenting beautifully despite their separation.
In a pre-taped episode of Today With Hoda & Jenna aired on Wednesday, March 20, Hoda shared some exciting news about her love life. Her cohost, Jenna Bush Hager, who was absent that day, had set her up on a date. Laura Jarrett filled in for Jenna, keeping the conversation lively. Hoda revealed to Entertainment Tonight on March 8, “Jenna is like, ‘How did I do?’ because she wants to go to heaven. Apparently, if you match three people up [you get to go].” She continued, “I had a great time … I had a great time on our date. I loved it. There has been a second one already. Hey, that’s how it goes … We’ll have our third coming up. It’s really fun.”
Hoda's return to the dating scene has been nothing short of exhilarating. "Life is beautiful," she said, radiating positivity. "Try things, go out, get out of your house and your apartment. I feel like life is meant to be experienced and [you should] step out into it. I love it." Her words remind us all of the importance of embracing life’s adventures, no matter where we are in our journey.
Savannah Guthrie Celebrates a Decade of Marriage
Meanwhile, Savannah Guthrie, 52, is making the most of her time away from the show by celebrating her 10th wedding anniversary with her husband, Mike Feldman. This milestone moment has been a heartwarming highlight for the couple, who share two children, Vale and Charles. Savannah took to Instagram to share her joy, captioning a post: "This was us — 10 years ago today! And this is us now. I love you now and forever @feldmike." Her words perfectly capture the love and devotion they’ve shared over the past decade.
