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Hoda Kotb Steps Down from "TODAY" Show
Hoda Kotb, a beloved co-anchor of NBC’s "TODAY" show, has announced her departure from the morning program early next year. She made the decision after turning 60 in August, stating that it was time for a change.
Kotb has been a co-anchor alongside Savannah Guthrie since 2018, making them the show’s first all-female anchor team. Guthrie expressed her admiration for Kotb’s courage and said she would be missed.
Kotb emphasized the importance of her family in her decision, saying they "need and deserve a bigger slice of my time pie." She will remain with "TODAY" until early next year and continue with NBC in an unspecified role.
Kotb has been with NBC News since 1998 and has covered various news stories. She became a co-host of the "TODAY" show’s fourth hour in 2007 and has co-hosted the news hours with Guthrie during significant events in recent history.
Kotb’s personal experiences, including her battle with breast cancer and the adoption of her daughters, have resonated with viewers. She expressed confidence that the "TODAY" show and its team will continue to thrive despite her departure.