‘Today’ Jenna Bush Announces Hollywood A-Lister As Co-Host
With Hoda Kotb finishing her run on Today, a variety of stars are set to take her place. Jenna Bush Hager has even recently announced one of her new co-hosts starting later in January. This guest host, who will stay on the show for about a week, is an especially noted Hollywood celebrity.
Jenna Bush Hager Described Her New Co-Host As ‘The Queen’
Hoda Kotb announced she would be leaving Today back in late September 2024. Having served as a host for the fourth hour since 2007, she was joined by Jenna Bush Hager in 2019.
At the time, Kotb said she would remain with NBC, but in an unspecified role. Her final day is expected to be January 10, 2025.
Following this, Today with Jenna & Friends will be launched on January 13, 2025. Hager will be joined by a rotating list of celebrity guests.
Starting on Tuesday, January 21, Hager will be joined by Hollywood actress and Black Widow star Scarlett Johansson. Speaking with People, Hager shared, “Scarlett Johansson is the queen!”
“It’s just a wild dream. But that’s what I’m saying, the fact that she’s coming to give us a week of her time, she could be doing anything, is a testament to the show that we have built. So, I am beyond thrilled. I cannot wait.”
Hager noted that this is the first time viewers have seen “Scarlett Johansson host a daytime show.” During the January 7, 2025 broadcast, Hager teased the show has “so many fun things planned.”
Kotb herself added, “First of all, you guys had a great click. She is an awesome person.” In turn, Hager shared, “I think we’re gonna have a blast.”
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However, Johansson is just one of many stars who will share hosting duties with Hager. Other celebrities include Taraji P. Henson, Eva Longoria and Keke Palmer.
Hager noted, “What’s so cool about it is that it really does feel like we’re pulling up chairs for all different types of people.” She admitted, “We have actors, but we also have comedians and people in media. And I think that really is what we’re hoping to have: a total representation of who watches our show and something for every viewer.”
However, Hager also shared some words over losing Kotb as her co-host. As she noted, “I adore Hoda. She’s the best partner. She’s been the most generous partner, and we are truly really great friends, so the thought of her not being here is almost too much to bear.”
Notably, quite a few celebrities have also shared their well-wishes with Kotb since the news of her leaving Today. This has included stars from Jimmy Fallon to Cynthia Erivo.
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