After NBC fired Today show host Matt Lauer in 2017 following accusations of sexual misconduct, Kotb stepped in alongside Guthrie as a temporary replacement. Weeks later, her role became permanent, as viewers responded well to her and Guthrie.

Hoda Kotb sent shockwaves through Today show viewers after calling it quits following five years on air. While Kotb, 60, publicly cited family as the reason for her departure, a Puck report published Friday,

Al Roker is honoring Hoda Kotb after she announced her departure from the Today show. “It’s taken a little time to process, but I feel nothing but happiness for my dear friend, @hodakotb,” Roker, 70,

Hoda Kotb announced she is leaving the "Today" show early in 2025 after more than five years co-anchoring the morning program. Kotb announced the decision in a letter that was shared with colleagues, Today.com reported.

Hoda Kotb is ready to devote more time to her family. On the Thursday, September 26, episode of Today, Kotb, 60, announced she would be exiting the long-running morning show, citing wanting to spend more time with her family as one of the reasons for her upcoming departure.

The network believed salaries in that range are no longer justifiable due to declining broadcast ratings, Puck News reports

Hoda Kotb may have had no choice but to say goodbye to Today. According to an insider, the news anchor, 60, was allegedly asked to take a pay cut to her $20 million salary before making the decision to leave the morning show after 26 years.

Savannah Guthrie, Jenna Bush Hager, and more cried as Hoda Kotb, emotional herself, announced her departure from 'Today.'