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- Today fans demand a ‘stop to constant guest hosts’ as they want one host to replace Hoda Kotb (irishstar.com)
Viewers Clamoring for Olivia Munn as Permanent “Today” Show Co-Host
The “Today” show has seen a revolving door of guest co-hosts since Hoda Kotb’s departure in January, leaving viewers restless for a permanent replacement alongside Jenna Bush Hager. While the network continues its search, a recent appearance by actress Olivia Munn has sparked a wave of online support for her to take the seat permanently.
Munn’s appearance garnered enthusiastic praise on social media, with viewers describing her as “funny,” “gorgeous,” and a breath of fresh air compared to some previous guest hosts. One fan commented, “Olivia is great!
She’s calm, fun, intelligent, and gorgeous! Can we stop having more guests host and hire her or Scarlett?”
Others praised her quick wit, honesty, and on-screen chemistry with Hager. “Olivia was great, she’s got the spunk needed to play with Jenna.
She gets my vote,” another viewer chimed in. Some fans even urged the show to “put a contract in place” for Munn, calling the pairing with Hager a “perfect match.”
Kotb’s departure followed her announcement last September that she would be stepping down after nearly three decades on air. Citing her 60th birthday as a catalyst for change and a desire to spend more time with her children, Kotb described the decision as “the hardest thing in the world.” She made her final appearance on January 10th, promising to remain a part of the NBC family.