Hey there, folks! If you tuned into the Today show on Monday, February 19, you might have noticed something a little different. The usual faces—Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie, and Craig Melvin—weren't behind the desk. Nope, not even a peep from them. Instead, weekend anchors Laura Jarrett and Peter Alexander stepped in to keep us all informed. So, what’s going on with the regular crew? Let’s dive into the details.
Why Were the Regular Hosts Missing?
Well, my friends, it turns out that both Savannah and Hoda decided to take advantage of President’s Day to recharge their batteries. Peter Alexander, who filled in admirably, told the audience, “Both Savannah and Hoda have this President’s Day off.” But that’s all he said—no extra scoop for us. It’s like they left us hanging, right?
And let’s not forget about Al Roker, the weather wizard himself. He was also MIA, leaving Dylan Dreyer to step up and take over the forecasting duties. Now, Dylan isn’t usually the one handling the big morning headlines, but she handled it like a champ, keeping us in the loop about the weather and beyond.
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Savannah’s Book Tour Adventure
Now, let’s talk about Savannah for a moment. Her absence might not come as a complete surprise to the loyal Today viewers. You see, she’s been busy promoting her latest faith-based book, Mostly What God Does. She’s been crisscrossing the country to share her work, which is why she wasn’t in the studio on Friday either. She’s been hitting the road hard, and it’s great to see her out there sharing her passion.
Hoda’s Family Time
As for Hoda, it looks like she’s been spending some quality time with her family. Over the weekend, she took to Instagram to share some heartwarming photos from her niece Hannah’s 17th birthday celebration. In one of the pictures, Hoda’s caption read, “Happy birthday sweet @hannah.kotb! I loved spending your 17th with you—watching you play your favorite sport! #volleyballtime.” And she wasn’t alone in the celebration—her daughters, Haley and Hope, were there too. It’s always great to see these celebrities taking time to enjoy life outside the spotlight.
That Awkward Interview with Kelly Rowland
Before the hosts took their break, there was one moment that left some viewers scratching their heads. During a February 15 episode, Savannah sat down with Kelly Rowland to discuss her new film, Mea Culpa. But instead of focusing on Kelly’s work, Savannah kept steering the conversation toward Beyoncé’s new country album. It got a little uncomfortable, to say the least.
Savannah asked Kelly, “What do you think about your friend Beyoncé? She’s like your sister, you guys literally grew up together—she’s stepping into country.” Kelly, ever the gracious interviewee, responded, “I’m so proud of her.” But Savannah didn’t stop there. She pressed Kelly again, and once more, Kelly replied, “I’m so proud of her. So happy for her.”
After the interview, social media lit up with comments. One person wrote on X, “Please stop asking @KELLYROWLAND about the choices @Beyonce makes. Kelly has her own beautiful gifts, talents, and projects that should be celebrated.” It was clear that some fans felt Kelly’s contributions deserved more attention.
So, there you have it, folks. The Today show crew took a well-deserved break, and the weekend anchors stepped up to keep us informed. It’s always nice to see these beloved hosts taking time for themselves and their families. We’ll be tuning in to see them all back in action soon!
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