‘Today’ Show Debate Has Hoda & Jenna Going Separate Ways

The Today Show co-hosts Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager are going separate ways after a contentious debate split the duo.

Their chemistry on the air is unparalleled, with Hoda and Jenna playing off each other like best friends. But a new rift has developed between the two after a topic arose during a segment on Today with Hoda & Jenna. Read on to find out what had the two calling it splits.

Hoda Fesses Up About Her Recent Absence

Before squaring off against her bestie and co-host Jenna Bush Hager, Hoda Kotb was mysteriously absent from The Today Show.

Like other Today Show hosts, Hoda has been rotating absences over the summer as they enjoy family time and warm weather. But this week, Hoda was noticeably absent for multiple days, and fans were curious about her sudden disappearance. Luckily, she didn’t make them wonder for long and quickly explained why she was gone.

On Thursday, Hoda took to Instagram to explain to fans that she has been enjoying the last of the waning summer with her family. Daughters Haley Joy and Hope Catherine figured prominently in a series of photos shared by their doting mom as she revealed her family’s end-of-summer escapades. She captioned the snaps, “We took this picture of the moon last night..our last hurrah of summer! We are ready for you September— see you in the morning❤️.”

And on Friday, Hoda was back in her seat in the studio, the last of the summer’s freedom behind her.

Today Show‘s Hot Debate Has Hoda & Jenna Going Their Separate Ways

Unfortunately for Hoda Kotb, her return to the show wasn’t all peace and accord.

During Today with Hoda & Jenna, Hoda found herself at odds with her co-host Jenna Bush Hager. The two were tackling the apparently divisive TikTok hashtag #snackdrawerundermybed. Hoda took the stance that enjoying a snack in bed is no big deal. Jenna, on the other hand, wants to keep cookies and crumbs out of the bedroom.

Addressing a video from the popular social media site that discussed the benefits of keeping snacks in the bedroom, Hoda told viewers, “A lot of people like to snack in bed. I feel you and I’m with you. I think it’s a good idea.” A grossed-out Jenna interrupted, “Disagree.” Hoda pretended to nibble on a snack and explained, “A sleeve of Ritz Crackers is good to have.” Jenna vehemently disagreed, responding, “Can you imagine what a sleeve, first of all, of Ritz Crackers, does to your sheets?”

Should you keep a snack drawer under the bed? Hoda & Jenna weigh in on new trend! pic.twitter.com/wX67Fo0yFK

— TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (@HodaAndJenna) August 22, 2023

Hoda called the concept of snacking in bed “cozy” while Jenna decried it as “crumby.” Hoda had a solution for that, however, and mimicked wiping crumbs off the sheets with her hand. “Here, let me show you what you do,” she joked. She then clarified that she dislikes bugs, so she wouldn’t eat in bed if there was any risk of attracting creepy crawlies. A bemused Jenna replied, “So because you don’t like bugs, I would keep the Ritz out of your bed.”

Where do you fall on the great bed snack debate: Team Hoda Kotb or Team Jenna Bush Hager? Do you like a good nosh with your nap, or do you prefer to keep the snacks separate from your sleeping space? Weigh in with your thoughts in the comments. And catch The Today Show every weekday morning on NBC.