Craig Melvin, Hoda Kotb
Nathan Congleton/NBC (2)Craig Melvin I was very shocked by the news Hoda Kotb's today Coming out showed that he thought the decision to leave was not hers.
“My dressing room is two rooms away from hers, and she knocked on my door one morning, which was unusual. “And she’s like, ‘Do you have a moment?’” Melvin, 45, recalled in an interview with procession magazine Posted on Friday, January 17th. “She came over and said, ‘I just wanted to tell you something. “I'm leaving.”
Melvin noted that his initial reaction was: Are you sick? Is everything okay? I thought to myself, “Well, no one leaves these jobs alone.” While Kotb, 60, told him she wanted to leave the show while she was “at the top,” he continued to question her.
“I was like, 'Are they forcing you out?' She says, “No, Craig, I'm fine.” “I'm leaving,” he added. “I was so distraught that after she left, I went back to her dressing room and said, 'Are you sure you're okay?'” It takes a certain kind of courage to let go of anything when you're at the peak of your game. (Many previous today hosts He did not leave the series willinglylike Jane Polly, Ann Curry, Matt Lauer and Billy Bush.)
Hoda Kotb is celebrating her new chapter after her latest appearance on the Today show. The 60-year-old broadcaster took to social media on Monday, January 13, with a positive message about starting over. “And suddenly, you know… it's time to start something new and trust in the magic of new beginnings,” read the quote she shared via…
Kotb announced that she would be leaving today displays She will leave for nearly 30 years at NBC in September 2024, citing her 60th birthday and her desire to spend more time with her children — daughters Haley, 8, and Hope, 5 — as the main reasons behind her decision. Two months later, it was revealed that Melvin would be too Take over her role like Savannah GuthrieCoach.
“Craig, you were made for this job. You were literally made for this job. You are such a good type,” the mogul gushed on the air In November 2024. “You have all the things this job needs. You are the right person for this.”
Melvin responded to her kind words at the time, saying, “It means a lot to inherit this from you. I have been heart of this place for a long time. You helped save this show.
Craig Melvin, Savannah Guthrie, and Hoda Kotb
Nathan Congleton/NBCIn his country procession In the interview, Melvin said he “never dreamed any of this would happen, which I think makes it more fun,” adding, “Except for getting married and having my kids, I don't know if I've ever been more excited about this.” Something.” (The TV personality shares son Delano, 10, and daughter Sybil, 8, with his wife, Lindsey Czarniak.)
Melvin officially He assumed his role as assistant Monday 13 January. Plus our best wishes to Melvin and Guthrie, 53 Via InstagramKotb surprised Melvin by writing him a heartfelt poem, which he read on air.
Craig Melvin is following in the legendary footsteps of Hoda Kotb, and today's cast and crew couldn't be happier for him. “Craig is so cool, people were cheering when they received the staff email,” a source exclusively told Us Weekly. “He's the best – everyone is so excited about him.” A second source adds: “He (…)
“Craig! I'm moving forward, so return your hand. Grab the stick, your world will expand. The adventures are endless… People are so dear. Wonderful memories await us year after year books. “First day! You are ready to be surrounded by love. Your team is the kind you can only dream of. savannah, the (Rocker) and Carson (Dali) here! With partners like these, your path is clear. From outside the arena to inside 30 Rock, your fans are so excited, they're watching the clock. It's time to shine like the sun. I'm rooting for you, great run! XOXO Hoda.”
Since the pole today Exodus, her former partner in crime Jenna Bush Hager She continued to host the fourth hour of the show, renamed Today with Jenna and friendsalong with a rotating lineup of Celebrity guest hosts. stars like Taraji P. Henson, Eva Longoria, Keke Palmer and Michel Buteau She joins Bush Hager, 43, in her first week on the job, while… Scarlett Johansson He will be sitting next to the host for next week's shows.
