‘Jenna & Friends’ Fans Spot Jenna Bush Hager’s Perfect Match

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The Today Show’s fourth hour, Jenna & Friends, is on the lookout for the right person to slide into Hoda Kotb’s vacancy. While Jenna Bush Hager has had a rotating co-host since Hoda left, now fans think the search is over. Fans spot the perfect match to flow with Jenna in the new era.

The Today Show Is Going Through Big Transitions

After The Today Show co-anchor Hoda Kotb left the show on January 10, fans have felt the big hole she left behind. Undeniably, there are a few growing pains with her exit while Craig Melvin hops in the driver’s seat. But he is rolling forward with the “Craig Era.” Additionally, Jenna Bush Hager has had several visiting hosts on Jenna & Friends. Although Craig was the natural pick for some of Hoda’s jobs, Jenna has been cycling through guest co-hosts until a new replacement has been agreed on. Some of her visiting counterparts have been Taraji P Henson, Keke Palmer, Eva Longoria, Wynonna Judd, and Scarlett Johannson. But fans spot one person in particular who would mesh perfectly with Jenna and the show.

Jenna Bush Hager has had many co-hosts since Hoda Kotb left including Wynonna Judd. - Jenna & Friends - Instagram
Jenna Bush Hager has had many co-hosts since Hoda Kotb left including Wynonna Judd. – Jenna & Friends – Instagram

Fans Spot Jenna Bush Hager’s Perfect Match

On Monday, Jenna & Friends fans got the treat of seeing SNL actor and comedian, Ego Nwodim saddle up next to Jenna Bush Hager for an exciting episode. After seeing their perfect chemistry, fans think it’s time to draw up new contracts. Not only did fans see her gentle and sentimental side when she was surprised by her mom on the show, but she also kept the chatter lively.

Jenna Bush Hager and Ego Nwodim are a great match. - Jenna & Friends
Jenna Bush Hager and Ego Nwodim are a great match. – Jenna & Friends

Ego’s mom, Okey Nwodim, agreed her daughter had spirit and also said, “Being Ego’s mom has been exciting, to say the least, because Ego is very adventurous.” Likewise, she spills that her daughter never “stops talking.” However, it is in a very engaging manner that keeps everyone else involved. Additionally, Okey gives another example of her enchanting energy. She adds, “I’ll tell Ego, ‘Stop dancing.’ And she goes, ‘Mom, the music is going on.’ I say, ‘Yes, the music is going on. That doesn’t mean you should be dancing.” But Ego was touched when her mom came on stage. She immediately went to hug her.

Ego Nwodim hugs her mom, Okey during Jenna & Friends. - Instagram
Ego Nwodim hugs her mom, Okey, during Jenna & Friends. – Instagram

Ego Nwodim Credits Her Mom

Within the entrancing engagement, fans saw Jenna Bush Hager embrace Ego Nwodim’s style. Their back-and-forth commentary was natural and fluid. Just like Jenna, Ego is very connected to her family.

Fans think Jenna Bush Hager and Ego Nwodim's chemistry is terrific. - Jenna & Friends - Instagram
Fans think Jenna Bush Hager and Ego Nwodim’s chemistry is terrific. – Jenna & Friends – Instagram

For instance, Ego honored her mom by emphasizing how much she looked up to her. She referred to her as an “impeccable leader and example” to her and her three siblings. Additionally, she talked about her journey. She said her mom went to medical school after having her four kids. Glowing with pride, she said, “So she’s a family practitioner and she’s just… what she’s taught us is the power of persistence and ambition and has just made us all feel like we could do whatever we wanted.” In Ego’s case, it propelled her to become an actor.

Jenna Bush Hager Deeply Misses Hoda Kotb But Knows It Is A New Era

While Jenna Bush Hager is heartbroken that Hoda Kotb isn’t right next to her the whole way, Hoda will be returning. Fans can expect to see Hoda approximately ten times a year in one fashion or another on The Today Show. However, on the Jenna & Friends‘ Instagram page, people are ready for Ego to take the role full-time.

Fans think Ego Nwodim needs to stay permanently. - Jenna & Friends - Instagram
Fans think Ego Nwodim needs to stay permanently. – Jenna & Friends – Instagram
  • “Can we please keep Ego!! I absolutely love her and she’s perfect for this seat! She’s so cute and so fun!! This has been a great week with her! 💞💞💞💞.”
  • “This duo was amazing!!!”
  • While many people think Ego Nwodim is the perfect match, some fans see other guest stars as the right fit. One fan says, “No no no. Bring back Scarlett Johansson. Perfect match for Jenna.”
  • But the majority of the comments think Jenna Bush Hager and Ego Nwodim have a terrific vibe together. Someone else adds, “@eggyboom is a great fit. She has enough wisdom and is humble enough to fill the Hoda void, and she seems to genuinely enjoy working with Jenna. She’s also obviously a television natural. I hope she can return permanently if she wants to.”

What do you think? Is the search over for Jenna Bush Hager’s “new” Hoda Kotb? Do you think they have perfect chemistry to bring out the best in each other? Are you enjoying Jenna & Friends? Do you miss seeing Hoda in the fourth hour? Tell us what you think in the comments below.

Bonnie Kaiser-Gambill

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