Hoda Kotb introduced her exit from the As we speak Present in one of many episodes in August. Whereas the announcement got here as a shock to many, it was additionally an emotional second for the host and her pals on the channel, Jenna Bush Hager and Al Roker.
Nevertheless, with solely a month remaining for Kotb to say goodbye to the present without end, Hager revealed to have the right particular person in thoughts to fill within the seat.
Whereas in an episode of As we speak with Hoda and Jenna, the latter talked about that Gayle King might be a terrific alternative after Kotb leaves the present. She additionally went on to confess that she was simply letting out her frustration by teasing Hoda about her exit.
Furthermore, Bush Hager went on to name King her bestie, and addressing her, the journalist mentioned, “There is a seat open.” Wanting over at Hager in a rapidly method, Kotb blurted out, “My seat is not even chilly but!”
The enjoyable banter continued as Bush Hager didn’t drop the matter and continued to say, “I do know you could have a job over at 60 Minutes and such, however Gayle & Jenna has a ravishing ring to it. I am simply kidding.”
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Kotb performed alongside as she claimed that she beloved King and requested Jenna to reward the CBS Mornings host a bit extra.
Within the episode with Hoda and Jenna, the host had Mikey Day as a visitor, and to proceed with their banter, Bush Hager questioned Day if he appreciated Shaboozey. She continued to say, “Gayle King loves Shaboozey.”
Kotb shortly quipped to the remark of Hager and mentioned, “Why do you? Do you hear what she’s making an attempt to do? She’s shading me. She brings up Gayle King 10 instances throughout our present.”
Bush Hager replied, “As we speak, that’s the anger I’ve.” She went on so as to add, “I’ve abandonment points together with her leaving, so at the moment, Gayle King is the best way I’m coping with these.”
Hoda Kotb will formally be leaving the present in January, and until the makers don’t discover a alternative for the journalist, the present might be named As we speak Present with Jenna and Pals.
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