hoda kotb

 Hoda Kotb is a well-known American television personality, journalist, and author.

 She is best recognized as the co-anchor of NBC's "Today" show, a position she has held since 2018 alongside Savannah Guthrie. Kotb originally joined the Today show in 2007 as a co-host of the fourth hour, where she gained popularity for her candid and warm rapport with co-host Kathie Lee Gifford, and later, Jenna Bush Hager.

 Key highlights about Hoda Kotb:

- Early Career: Kotb began her career in local news, working as a correspondent for CBS and ABC affiliates, before joining NBC News.

- Awards: She has won numerous awards throughout her career, including several Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award for her work on NBC's "Dateline."

- Author: Kotb has written multiple bestselling books, including memoirs like "Hoda: How I Survived War Zones, Bad Hair, Cancer, and Kathie Lee" and children's books such as "I've Loved You Since Forever."

- Personal Life: In 2017, Kotb adopted her first child, Haley Joy, and in 2019, she adopted her second daughter, Hope Catherine. Kotb is open about her experiences with motherhood, particularly as an adoptive parent.

  

Her resilience and positive outlook, especially after her battle with breast cancer, have made her a beloved figure in the media world.

Hoda Kotb announces she is leaving TODAY: ‘I will miss you all’

Hoda Kotb announced on September 26, 2024, that she will be leaving NBC’s Today show in early 2025 after nearly 20 years. 

Kotb made the emotional decision to spend more time with her two young daughters, Haley and Hope. 

Turning 60 this year played a significant role in her choice, as she reflected on the next phase of her life. However, she reassured fans that she will remain part of the NBC family even after stepping away from her daily hosting duties.