Let’s talk about something that’s been buzzing in the celebrity world. Jenna Bush Hager and Hoda Kotb found themselves in a bit of a sticky situation after airing some details about Kathie Lee Gifford’s private life on their show, Today. As it turns out, they realized they might have crossed a line and decided to offer a heartfelt apology to Kathie Lee.

Here's the scoop: Jenna, 42, and Hoda, 59, publicly apologized to Kathie Lee, who just turned 70, after nominating her to be the first-ever lead on ABC's hit reality series, The Golden Bachelorette. Now, you might be wondering why this caused such a stir. Well, it seems like they may have unintentionally stirred up some drama by bringing her personal life into the spotlight without her full consent. But hey, they’re only human, and humans make mistakes, right?

It All Began With a Joke

During a rare TV appearance on Today on March 26, Jenna addressed the situation head-on. “Kathie, we want to apologize about the drama surrounding The Golden Bachelorette, but we stand by the fact that we think you’d be the best Golden Bachelorette of all time,” she said. Jenna and Hoda weren’t exactly holding back their enthusiasm when they first suggested Kathie Lee for the role. They were so into it that they almost forgot to check in with her first.

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Back on a February 12 episode of Today, Hoda chimed in with her thoughts on the matter. “Oh, you never know! She might! By the way, she would be a 10 plus and she’d get her choice of all the men, and you know how she is—all flirty and cute,” Hoda said, laughing it off. It was all in good fun, but sometimes jokes can land a little harder than intended. That’s where the apology came in.

Kathie Lee’s Response: A Twist of Humor

Now, Kathie Lee, known for her quick wit and charm, has warmed up to the idea of joining the dating show—with a few tweaks, of course. In a recent interview, she joked about how the show would need a revamp if she were to take the lead. “It would have to be completely different,” she said with a laugh. “We’d have to make them [the men] much younger.” Can you imagine Kathie Lee on a reality dating show? The entertainment value alone would be off the charts.

Today's Kathie Lee Gifford on possibility of Golden Bachelorette — Danielle Del Valle/Getty Images for Prime Video

Family Dynamics: Cody and Cassidy Weigh In

Kathie Lee revealed during her appearance on Today that her family has mixed feelings about her potential foray into the world of reality dating. Her son, Cody Gifford, is all for it. He thinks it could be a fun adventure for his mom. On the other hand, her daughter, Cassidy Gifford, isn’t so sure. Cassidy seems a bit concerned about the idea, possibly because she wants to protect her mom from any potential heartbreak. Kathie Lee shares both kids with her late husband, Frank Gifford.

“Cody wants me to do it and she doesn’t want me to do it,” Kathie Lee told Jenna and Hoda, laughing at the sibling disagreement. It’s clear that family plays a huge role in Kathie Lee’s decision-making process, and she’s not one to take such things lightly.

A Tough Breakup and Finding Support

Before all this talk about The Golden Bachelorette, Kathie Lee went through a pretty tough breakup with her boyfriend, Richard Spitz. They started dating after she moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where they became neighbors. Unfortunately, their relationship didn’t last, despite rumors they were heading toward engagement. Kathie Lee has been leaning on her close friends, including Hoda, during this emotionally challenging time.

“Hoda has been calling her every day and planning a visit to Nashville soon,” an insider told Closer earlier this month. “Kathie Lee is in a difficult place emotionally right now after getting dumped, but she’s receiving love and support from those around her. Moving forward, she plans to focus on her family, friends, and faith—not on men!”