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Today star Hoda Kotb has shared a sweet birthday tribute to her niece Hannah alongside a series of throwback snaps.MORE: Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager celebrate incredible social media milestone with fans"Where does the time go! Happy birthday Hannah B! Aunt Hodie loves you xoxo," she captioned the post which featured three pictures of Hannah - one of her playing soccer with rainbow-striped socks, another of her with Hoda and younger sister Ella, and a third more recent picture of the teenager.WATCH: Today's Hoda Kotb announces split from Joel SchiffmanFans loved the pictures and took to the comments to wish Hannah a happy birthday as well. Hoda has two siblings, brother Adel and sister Hala, and two daughters, Haley, four, and Hope, two.However she recently shared the sad news that her engagement to Joel Schiffman had been called off; Hoda announced the end of her relationship live on air.MORE: Hoda Kotb celebrates Simone Biles' wonderful engagement newsMORE: Inside Hoda Kotb's stylish NY home where she will co-parent her daughtersIn an emotional statement, Hoda said: "Joel and I have had a lot of prayerful and really meaningful conversations over the holidays, and we decided that we're better as friends and parents than we are as an engaged couple."She told her co-host Jenna Bush Hager: "We decided that we are going to start this new year and begin it kind of on our new path as loving parents to our adorable, delightful children, and as friends."A post shared by Hoda Kotb (@hodakotb)Hoda shared these sweet throwback picturesThe couple had been together for eight years, and got engaged in November of 2019.

Hoda Kotb is much-loved for her positive outlook but even she can get frustrated sometimes!MORE: Hoda Kotb participates in Olympics-style activity that leaves fans in stitchesIn one memorable episode of Today back in November, the TV personality had the most hilariously honest reaction live on air after discovering an incredibly unlucky missed opportunity with her co-star Jenna Bush Hager. The duo were chatting about a "surprise shoot" they had been asked to go to in New York the night before, which they had both declined, unaware of just what it was."Last night, we were supposed to do a surprise shoot. I had to cancel it.

Hoda Kotb has become quite a popular figure on daytime TV for her enthusiastic coverage of the Olympics, and this year, she's taking it a step further.MORE: Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager celebrate incredible social media milestone with fansThe Today star and her co-host Jenna Bush Hager decided to get into the Olympics spirit themselves by participating in a game of curling.WATCH: Jenna Bush And Hoda Kotb host New Year's Eve Special"Hoda and Jenna-lympics, let's go!" she termed it during the Today with Hoda and Jenna segment, with both then revealing that they weren't particularly good at athletic activity."My balance is about the same as it was when I'm in third great, not great," Jenna said. Hoda then added: "I may be flat on my back, but I will not give up.

Hoda Kotb and her daughters had the sweetest Valentine’s Day surprise.“When you just get home from a long eye doctors appointment for the girls-- and look what is waiting at home! A valentines day Surprise courtesy of my sister Hala!,” the co-host captioned a post on her Instagram.In the video, Kotb and her daughters, Haley, 5, and Hope, 2, walk into a room filled with balloons. The proud mom takes one out of the bag as Haley exclaims, “It’s a unicorn.” In addition to the red and white balloons, there were cards and teddy bears.

Hoda Kotb ensured that her first Valentine's Day in a long time while being single was spent in the best way possible on the Today Show.MORE: Watch Today Show's Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie and Al Roker like you've never seen them before for Super Bowl commercialThe anchor took to Instagram to reveal that with the help of co-host Jenna Bush Hager, Heather McMahan, and Vivica Fox, she was able to reunite with her best friend.WATCH: Today's Hoda Kotb announces split from Joel SchiffmanShe shared snapshots of herself from the show, embracing her friend while in tears and emotionally reliving their best moments together."What a great Galentines day!! SURPRISE! My bestie @karenswensen ! Thx @heatherkmcmahan @msvfox for the perfect [heart emojis]," she wrote.MORE: Hoda Kotb's sweet photo of daughter Haley leaves fans in disbeliefFans immediately began inundating the comments section with heart emojis for Hoda, with one writing: "Gotta have our Besties.

Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie and the rest of theToday anchors debuted an extremely fun Super Bowl commercial ahead of the big game on Friday February 11. The commercial featured all of the show’s anchors back in the 1970s in a classroom in the spot for the She Can STEM campaign for Ad Council, which hopes to inspire girls, non-binary kids, and trans youth to stay in the science, technology, engineering and math fields.

Hoda Kotb took to social media to reveal an incredible bit of news that had fans feeling as elated as she was.MORE: Jennifer Lopez teases Hoda Kotb about Joel Schiffman split live on Today showThe Today Show star shared a picture on Instagram featuring the two athletes who had brought the United States gold at that point at the 2022 Winter Olympics.WATCH: Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie share how to watch the Winter Olympics GamesThe post highlighted Nathan Chen and Chloe Kim in competition, and Hoda happily wrote: "Good morning GOLD!!! Congrats @nathanwchen @chloekim."One fan excitedly commented: "Thank you Nathan and Chloe for an amazing job - it was so exciting and enjoyable watching you- your hard work and dedication certainly paid off!!"MORE: Hoda Kotb makes rare revelation about home life with daughters Haley and HopeAnother wrote: "Way to go guys!!!! So proud of you," with many others sharing congratulatory messages as well and sharing love for Hoda.While Hoda is currently dealing with the ramifications of her split from longtime fiancé Joel Schiffman, she has maintained that the two are still quite amicable.A post shared by Hoda Kotb (@hodakotb)Hoda celebrated the athletes that won gold for USA at the Winter OlympicsShe has been keeping herself busy by throwing herself into coverage for the 2022 Winter Olympics, which are being held in Beijing.While Hoda did attract a huge amount of fan love for her warm and enthusiastic coverage of the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, this year the pandemic and ongoing fears of a resurgence have forced NBC to alter plans. MORE: Inside Hoda Kotb's stylish home where she will co-parent her kids with ex Joel SchiffmanMORE: Hoda Kotb announces split from fiancé Joel Schiffman live on

Hoda Kotb got more than she bargained for during an interview with Jennifer Lopez on the Today show on Thursday.MORE: Inside Hoda Kotb's stylish home where she will co-parent her kids with ex Joel SchiffmanThe TV star was teased about her recent break-up from fiancé Joel Schiffman after she probed JLo about her rekindled romance with Ben Affleck. Despite the singer recently opening up to People magazine about how much she loves her on-again beau, she didn't feel like relaying that message on national TV.WATCH: Jennifer Lopez reveals why she wants to keep Ben Affleck romance privateBut when Hoda pushed for information on their relationship, Jennifer soon turned the tables on her own love life.Holding up a copy of Jennifer's recent magazine cover, Hoda used her hand to try and hide a news story about her split from Joel.MORE: Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck tour $85m mansion – complete with boxing ringMORE: Hoda Kotb's love story with Joel Schiffman - how they met unexpectedlyHowever, the Jenny From the Block singer noticed her move and teasingly said to Hoda: "Why are you trying to block out the corner? You don't want to talk about your personal stuff? Is that what it is, Hoda?" Realizing the situation, Hoda simply replied: "Touche." Hoda tried to hide a story on her break-up from JoelThere appeared to be no hard feelings between the pair though as they both laughed off the awkward exchange while Hoda's delighted co-host, Savannah Guthrie, called the jab "mutually assured destruction".Jennifer and Ben were first linked again last April after ending their original romance in 2004.

Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie will not be making their way to China for the 2022 Winter Olympics due to COVID protocols, and the pair have now shared how "bummed" they are with the news.MORE: Savannah Guthrie shares throwback baby bump photo during touching on-air tributeThe Today Show anchors are usually among the many NBC stars who travel for the games, but this year the pandemic and ongoing fears of a resurgence have forced NBC to alter plans. Hoda and Savannah also both recently suffered from the virus, and fear that they may test positive again while in China.WATCH: Hoda and Savannah share how to watch the Winter Olympic GamesSpeaking to People magazine, Hoda shared her disappointment that the team won't get to "bond" and "have a great time as a team." "So that part I'm missing, because I love that part.

Jennifer Lopez called out Hoda Kotb for trying to hide her personal life during a Thursday February 3 interview on Today! While Hoda, 57, and Savannah Guthrie, 50, asked about the 52-year-old singer’s relationship with Ben Affleck, 49, and complimented her on her beautiful People cover, J.Lo jokingly called out Hoda for trying to block out a corner that had a headline about her recent breakup.

Jennifer Lopez's latest interview with Hoda Kotb included both women's personal lives coming up in conversation. The 52-year-old actress appeared on Thursday's episode of the show to promote her new flick, , and the questions eventually turned to her rekindled romance with Ben Affleck. In turn, Lopez mentioned Kotb's recent split from Joel Schiffman.At first, Kotb and Savannah Guthrie only alluded to Lopez and Affleck's relationship in the context of the movie, in which Lopez plays a pop star who struggles with her personal life being in the spotlight but ultimately decides to give love another chance.

Hoda Kotb has been inundated with support following her split from fiancé Joel Schiffman, which she announced on Monday's Today with Hoda & Jenna.MORE: Inside Hoda Kotb's stylish NY home where she will co-parent her daughtersDespite the big change to her family life, the TV star is making sure to put on a brave face for her young daughters, Haley and Hope.The star's friends are rallying around her too, and she shared an uplifting story about her home life with her girls on the NBC show this week.VIDEO: Today's Hoda Kotb announces split from Joel SchiffmanRevealing that her best friend had been to visit and had been enjoying spending time with Haley, she shared: "My best friend Karen was in town and Haley can hijack a phone. Karen and Haley were sitting on the floor and Karen did her hair like Haley's, she wanted 'Haley hair,' she said.MORE: Hoda Kotb's love story with Joel Schiffman - how they met unexpectedlyMORE: Hoda Kotb shares celebratory photo of family during special moment inside NY homeAnd they took this picture together." The mother-of-two went on to reveal just how savvy Haley is with technology, which led to hilarious consequences.

Kathie Lee Gifford is proud of her former show co-host, Hoda Kotb. On Monday's, 57-year-old Kotb announced in the third hour of the morning show that she and Joel Schiffman had ended their engagement and eight-year romance, choosing to move forward as friends and co-parents to their two daughters, 4-year-old Haley and 2-year-old Hope.Commenting on a Instagram post about the announcement, 68-year-old Gifford expressed her support for her former co-host and friend. «My darling Hoda, I am truly so proud of the way you have handled a very difficult and painful decision,» Gifford wrote.

Kathie Lee Gifford is proud of her former show co-host, Hoda Kotb. On Monday's show, Kotb, 57, announced in the third hour that she and Joel Schiffman had ended their engagement and eight-year romance, choosing to move forward as friends and co-parents to their two daughters, 4-year-old Haley and 2-year-old Hope.Commenting on a Instagram post about the announcement, Gifford, 68, expressed her support for her former co-star. «My darling Hoda, I am truly so proud of the way you have handled a very difficult and painful decision,» Gifford wrote.

Hoda Kotb and Joel Schiffman have called it quits.The co-anchor made the announcement during Monday's episode of her morning show, sharing that they decided they were «better as friends and parents» than as an engaged couple. The two are parents to two daughters, 4-year-old Haley and 2-year-old Hope.It had been two years since Kotb and Schiffman got engaged, and were forced to postpone their wedding amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kathie Lee Gifford has sent a supportive public message to her former co-star and good friend Hoda Kotb, following the news of her separation from Joel Schiffman.MORE: Hoda Kotb's love story with Joel Schiffman - how they met unexpectedlyThe TV star took to Instagram to post a comment to the news anchor, in which she praised her for the way she dealt with the "painful" and "difficult" decision.She wrote: "My darling Hoda, I am truly so proud of the way you have handled a very difficult and painful decision. As usual you did it with grace and kindness.

Hoda Kotb announced some sad news on Today this morning.MORE: Hoda Kotb's love story with Joel Schiffman - how they met unexpectedlyThe television host is parting ways with her long term partner, Joel Shiffman. The couple has been together for eight years, and got engaged in November of 2019.They share two daughters, Haley, four, and Hope, two.

Hoda Kotb and her longtime partner Joel Schiffman have broken up.

Hoda Kotb and Joel Schiffman have ended their eight-year romance. The former couple, who got engaged in November 2019, are moving forward as friends and parents to their daughters, 4-year-old Haley and 2-year-old Hope. «People have written in and asked why I wasn't wearing my engagement ring,» Kotb shared on Monday's. «Joel and I have had, we've had a lot of prayerful and really meaningful conversations over the holidays, and we decided that we're better as friends and parents than we are as an engaged couple.» The 57-year-old morning show anchor shared that she and Schiffman are no longer a couple going into this new year.«We decided that we are going to start this New Year and begin it on our new path, as loving parents to our adorable, delightful children and as friends,» she said.

Hoda Kotb‘s wedding to fiance Joel Schiffman is off. The TV journalist, 57, announced on Monday (Jan. 31) that after eight years together, she and Joel, 63, have broken up. “Joel and I have had a lot of prayerful and meaningful conversations over the holidays and we decided that we are better as friends and parents than we are as an engaged couple, so we decided we are going to start this new year on our new path as loving parents to our adorably delightful children and as friends,” Hoda said on the third hour of Today, according to People.

Hoda Kotb is set to marry fiancé Joel Schiffman when it's safe for everyone in their family to travel and attend their special day.MORE: Hoda Kotb opens up about Covid battle on Today as fans send their supportThe couple postponed their wedding several times during the pandemic, but when they finally say 'I do', it will be more than worth the wait.Hoda and Joel's relationship is like something from a storybook, as their very first encounter very nearly didn't happen.VIDEO: Today's Hoda Kotb opens up about horrific parenting shamingThe NBC star was due to go and sign books at an event for Wall Street professionals in 2013, and "didn't want to go".MORE: Hoda Kotb shares candid backstage video on first day back on TodayMORE: Savannah Guthrie announces unfortunate news days after co-star's Covid diagnosis"It was one of those events they ask us to speak at and it was pouring with rain and it was a bunch of Wall Street guys. I didn't even want to go," the mom-of-two explained during an appearance on Bethenny.

Savannah Guthrie got her Today Show fans talking on Wednesday when she shared a series of pictures of her and co-anchor Hoda Kotb pulling silly faces.MORE: Hoda Kotb's one-of-a-kind $250k engagement ring isn't what she expected "Wednesday in facial expressions," she captioned the post which saw Hoda and Craig Melvin both looking perturbed as Savannah rolled her eyes while gesturing with her hands as she told a story. WATCH: Savannah Guthrie's video to her kids from Team USAIn a second snap the three of them all wore big smiles as they cheered at someone off-camera, while a third included Al Roker and Carson Daly as the five hosts all watched something take place off-screen."Freeze frame!" joked one fan as another commented: "You make the show so much fun."MORE: Savannah Guthrie shows off new hair in latest social media postMORE: Dylan Dreyer inundated with support as she returns to Today following maternity leave"When you look fabulous even making an eye roll face," quipped another as many left laughter emojis and heart emojis.Savannah has a close relationship with her Today Show co-stars, and displayed as much with her recent Instagram post, when she welcomed Dylan Dreyer - who has been out on maternity leave for the past few months - back to the set with a warm hug.

Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager have amassed a legion of fans from around the nation with their popular segment on the daytime show.MORE: Hoda Kotb's one-of-a-kind $250k engagement ring isn't what she expectedThe Today with Hoda and Jenna part of the Today Show has become a very popular one with fans for their relatable conversations and funny moments.The two hosts took to social media to celebrate an incredible feat with their fans, as they revealed they'd hit one million followers on their Instagram page.WATCH: Jenna Bush Hager and Hoda Kotb host New Year's Eve specialAlong with a clip of themselves lipsyncing along to Beyonce's Freakum Dress, the two strut around the studios while prepping for the coming show.They showed off their attitude and style in the clip, captioning it: "Thanks a million for following us! We can't believe how quickly we reached the 1,000,000 milestone!"MORE: Jenna Bush Hager makes relatable confession about dieting as she shares her own experienceFans quickly took to the comments to praise the two and congratulate them on hitting the milestone, with one saying: "You guys rock!!!!!!! Well deserved."A post shared by TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (@hodaandjenna)Hoda and Jenna celebrated their Instagram page hitting one million followsAnother said: "Obsessed with this! Congratulations on 1 million," with a third sweetly adding: "You two are the best! You both bring me so much joy, many smiles, lots of laughter, and happiness everyday! Thank you for being the authentic you always!!!"The two teased fans with the news hours prior to reaching the milestone with an Instagram Reel they shared on the page featuring their other Today co-stars.MORE: Hoda Kotb shares on-air throwback as she marks heartfelt

Bob Saget's wife Kelly Rizzo opened up about what the comedian was like in private during her first interview since his death.  "Who was the Bob Saget like at dinner when there was no audience? When there was no one around, no one to make laugh, what was that guy like?" Hoda Kotb asked Rizzo in an interview set to air on the "Today" show Thursday. "It was still the same. He was there to just enjoy life.

Bob Saget in her first TV interview since his untimely death.The  blogger opened up to Hoda Kotb on the show and remembered the late comedian and actor as a man whose generosity, kindness and humor extended to everyone — from those closest and dearest to him to complete strangers.In a preview clip of the interview set to air Thursday morning on NBC, Rizzo recalled exactly who Saget was at the dinner table when there wasn't an audience.«It was still the same,» Rizzo said. «He was there to just enjoy life. And he just wanted to make people feel good.

Savannah Guthrie is finally back in the office after battling with COVID-19. The Today Show journalist just reunited with co-anchor Hoda Kotb, who had already returned to work after she too had to isolate herself after a positive diagnosis right before Savannah's. MORE: Savannah Guthrie shares isolation selfie during Covid battle as fans send their supportDespite her diagnosis, Savannah has seemingly kept herself, and fans, entertained, sharing rare glimpses of her family and time at home.During her time in isolation, the television host took to Instagram to share all that was getting her through her battle with COVID-19.WATCH: Savannah Guthrie's video to her kids from Team USAWhile time with her kids was certainly a priority, she also shared an unexpected remedy that sent fans wild: selfies! Savannah shared pictures of her rarely seen siblings and herself, separately of course, and gave some advice to her fans: "stop what you're doing and send your sibling a selfie.

Hoda Kotb simultaneously delighted and upset fans with a throwback clip she shared on her Instagram featuring the late Betty White.MORE: Hoda Kotb divides fans with her elaborate morning routineThe Today Show star took to her social media to post an on-air clip of herself with former co-host Kathie Lee Gifford.In the hilarious two-minute clip, Hoda and Kathie welcomed Betty to the show a day before her roast as they asked her to judge their talents.WATCH: Jenna Bush Hager and Hoda Kotb host New Year's Eve specialKathie attempted the hula hoop while trying to drink a glass of wine, while Hoda also went at her drink while twirling a basketball on her finger.While both failed at their attempts, Betty hilariously couldn't care, as she stated: "You are probably two of the most talented people I know."MORE: Hoda Kotb reveals her daughters tested positive for Covid – detailsShe even showed off a hip swivel movement of her own, leaving the two hosts in splits and reminding everyone of her comedic prowess.The clip came with a heartfelt message, as Hoda posted it on what would've been the legendary actress' 100th birthday, writing: "#bettywhite @kathielgifford Happy 100th #oneofakind," with a few heart emojis.A post shared by Hoda Kotb (@hodakotb)Hoda marked Betty White's 100th birthday with a throwback clipFans in the comments were feeling emotional as one wrote: "Happy Heavenly Birthday Miss Betty White," and another said: "There will never be another one like Betty White."A third added: "Wonderful! So funny.

“We’re trading places,” Today‘s Savannah Guthrie, working from home this morning after testing positive for Covid, told her fellow co-anchor Hoda Kotb this morning. “I’m working from home, you’re back in the studio.”

Today co-anchor Hoda Kotb, who has tested positive for Covid and missed this morning’s show, says she’s “feeling good” while isolating at home.

Hoda Kotb had a wonderful festive season and she gave fans a glimpse inside her intimate family gathering on Instagram.The Today show host shared several photos with her fiance, Joel Schiffman, 63, her mom and sister too. But it was her two children Haley, four, and Hope, two, who stole the show. MORE: Hoda Kotb divides fans with dramatic dark hair transformation The adorable girls were beaming in the snapshots in which they were all wearing matching pajamas.