Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie reunite on Today - and here's why they have been off a lot

Hoda Kotb is one of Today's much-loved hosts and has a mass of fans around the United States.MORE: Today's Hoda Kotb's difficult career goodbye revealedThe TV star loves her job and enjoys working alongside her co-stars, but over the summer she has made the decision to spend more time at home.Taking time off work has resulted in Hoda being able to be with her two young daughters, Haley and Hope, who she shares with ex-fiancé Joel Schiffman.VIDEO: A look at Hoda Kotb's family lifeThe star has cut back her hours for the summer to spend time at her home in New York State, close to the beach.MORE: Hoda Kotb surprises Jenna Bush Hager with worrying confession about her eyesightMORE: Hoda Kotb reveals exciting new venture away from Today ShowHowever, it is likely that when the summer draws to an end, Hoda will be back to her regular work schedule alongside Savannah Guthrie - who has also taken a lot of time off over the summer to be with her young children, Vale and Charles.Hoda worships every second she has with her children, having recently opened up about the realities of being an older mom. Hoda Kotb is taking time off Today to spend quality time with her childrenIn an interview with People, the NBC star explained: "They're [Haley and Hope] going to have each other forever, and that's what really fills me to the top.

Craig Melvin is a devoted family man and so it was more than understandable that he was slightly overwhelmed when he opened up about his daughter on Today this week.MORE: Today's Craig Melvin talks friendship with Savannah Guthrie and Al Roker - exclusiveThe Today star was discussing a big family change in his household with his co-stars, revealing that his five-year-old daughter Sibby was starting kindergarten on Tuesday."Are you getting choked up?" Sheinelle Jones asked the star, to which he replied: "No I am not, I had something in my throat." "You are!" she replied.VIDEO: Craig Melvin details heartbreaking personal journey involving his father"I'm glad you're not here tomorrow you would be a mess!" Sheinelle added, as Dylan Dreyer told her friend and co-star: "Wait until that bus stop, you're going to be a mush."MORE: Al Roker in disbelief over son Nick's big changeMORE: Inside Savannah Guthrie's home life with her children and husbandCraig shares children Delano, who was born in 2014, and Sybil 'Sibby', who was born in 2016, with wife Lindsay Czarniak. The couple met when they were both working at NBC4 in 2008 and tied the knot in 2011.Craig loves nothing more than being a father and opened up about being a dad-of-two in a blog post for People shortly after his daughter's arrival.A post shared by TODAY (@todayshow)Craig Melvin opened up on Today about his daughter Sibby's big move to kindergarten"Paternity leave has also given me the chance to reflect on priorities.

Jenna Bush Hager and her co-star Hoda Kotb love to have fun on their usual segment of Fourth Hour of Today, also called Today with Hoda and Jenna.MORE: Jenna Bush Hager shares glimpses of family vacationThe two of them often dive into some conversations that could be divisive to fans and sometimes, they dive into ones they can't help but relate with.VIDEO: Jenna Bush Hager 'hustled' to get to Hoda Kotb after emotional Today episodeOn occasion, however, the odd surprising claim will be made that takes fans aback at first and then eventually makes the most sense.Such a conversation happened in a recent episode of the show, where Jenna made an odd comparison for Hoda, but eventually proved her point excellently.MORE: Jenna Bush Hager shocks fans as she reveals different side to husband Henry with hilarious storyShe started off by saying: "Hoda is the most disciplined," then going on to compare the mother-of-two to a dad, which Hoda couldn't help but chuckle to.Specifically, she mentioned that her co-star reminded her of her own dad, former President George W. Bush.

Page Six. The rumored feud between the two big-name television hosts allegedly stems from Guthrie seeing herself as the show’s leading news anchor, though Kotb is more popular among viewers, Page Six added, creating “an underlying competitiveness” between the two.However, on Tuesday, an insider told The Post that reports on the rumored animosity between the two are false.Still, what’s good is that Guthrie has two homes where she can kick up her feet away from the spotlight.The longtime NBC anchor lives in a roughly 3,700-square-foot home in New York’s affluent Tribeca when filming the show.

Savannah Guthrie has been noticeably missing from Today over the summer, having taken a lot of time off the NBC daytime show.MORE: Inside Savannah Guthrie's home life with her children and husbandThis is because the TV star is wanting to spend quality time with her young children, who are currently off school for the holidays.Savannah is no stranger to doing this, having worked at home for a lot of the summer back in 2021, allowing for her to be there for her children.VIDEO: Inside Savannah Guthrie's personal lifeThe broadcaster has been making the most of every day she's been with her kids, Vale and Charles, too, and making fun memories with them while they are not in class.MORE: Today's Craig Melvin talks friendship with Savannah Guthrie and Al Roker - exclusiveMORE: Inside Savannah Guthrie's incredible home in ManhattanThis has included spending the day at a waterpark - complete with giant slides and a huge pool, and going on a trip to the Dutchess Country Fair, which involved going on countless rides and eating candy floss.Savannah's fun-filled school holiday schedule for her children has also included a lot of time at home. The star has shared photos of them making cake pops, and spending the evening outside in the garden by the pool.

Hoda Kotb has had to show her best self on television for decades as one of the leading faces of the Today Show, and she's garnered quite a few appearance hacks to speed up the getting ready process.MORE: Hoda Kotb reveals exciting new venture away from Today ShowWhile many have surely been useful to her and the viewers she shares them with, her latest revelation left co-host Jenna Bush Hager quite baffled.As she detailed her process of getting ready and out the door, she revealed a bit of a controversial eye-sight trick that Jenna wasn't so sure about, but plenty of fans had her back.WATCH: Hoda is overcome with emotion following heartfelt reunionMORE: Savannah Guthrie shows support for co-star Hoda Kotb in the sweetest wayHoda was detailing the steps she takes when stepping out of her home early in the morning, revealing that she avoids looking in the mirror in an effort to not stress about what she looks like throughout the day.She detailed that: "I've been starting this thing where I don't look in the mirror when I'm leaving the house until I'm about to walk out the door, and I don't put my contacts in until I'm leaving."Then she admitted through laughter: "And I only wear one," which immediately prompted confusion from her co-host.A post shared by TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (@hodaandjenna)Hoda's curious revelationJenna exclaimed: "Wait, what?! I get the mirror part, but why are you blinding yourself?"MORE: Hoda Kotb opens up about desire to adopt third childMORE: Hoda Kotb's heartbreaking day after exit of beloved co-starThe mom-of-two explained: "I'm so blind, I can't see anything far away. So, if I have one in, I can read with the one that doesn't have the contact in," while hilariously alternating winks.

Hoda Kotb has been a familiar face on NBC's Today Show for many years but will be taking on an exciting new venture as she voices a new edition of the popular children's book Goodnight Moon.MORE: Today's Justin Sylvester opens up about working with Jenna Bush Hager and Hoda KotbHoda will be reading the audio edition of the famous bedtime story to honor its 75th anniversary; the classic children's book was published in 1947 by Margaret Wise Brown and illustrated by Clement Hurd. VIDEO: Hoda Kotb's family lifeThe Today Show shared the news on Friday, writing: "@hodakotb is reading bedtime stories! This special, 75th anniversary edition of Goodnight Moon, will be released on August 30. You know we'll be falling asleep to this every night!""When I first saw 'Goodnight Moon' and read it, I was like 'What is it about this book that is captivating to kids?" Hoda said.MORE: Today's Craig Melvin talks friendship with Savannah Guthrie and Al Roker - exclusive"I realized it's everything.

Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb work closely together and have formed a strong bond as a result.MORE: Hoda Kotb's heartbreaking day after co-star's exitAnd this week, Savannah made a sweet revelation about her co-anchor, after Hoda graced the cover of People magazine.The mother-of-two was incredibly proud of her friend, who opened up to the publication about her personal life and family.VIDEO: Inside Savannah Guthrie's family life Hoda was on the front cover with her two young daughters, Haley and Hope, and her work friend wanted to make sure she had some copies to keep.MORE: Savannah Guthrie shares on-air tribute following devastating newsMORE: Hoda Kotb overcome with emotion after heartwarming reunion on TodayAfter the radio host shared a picture of the magazine cover on Instagram, Savannah wrote: "I bought the rest of the copies that Sami didn’t grab lolz," referring to Hoda's mom.In the interview, Hoda spoke about being a single mother and her close bond with ex-fiancé Joel Schiffman, who she said was a brilliant father.A post shared by Hoda Kotb (@hodakotb)Savannah Guthrie had the sweetest response to her co-star Hoda Kotb's big cover star momentShe also opened up about her fears as an older mother, having first adopted her oldest daughter, Haley, at the age of 52 back in 2017.MORE: Today's Craig Melvin talks friendship with Savannah Guthrie and Al Roker - exclusiveMORE: Inside Savannah Guthrie's incredible home in ManhattanShe told the publication: "They're [Haley and Hope] going to have each other forever, and that's what really fills me to the top. Because any older parent knows one of our secret fears is that we won't be there for milestones.

Savannah Guthrie has left fans emotional after sharing a link to a fundraiser following the tragic death of Richard Engel's six-year-old son Henry.MORE: Today's Craig Melvin honors late brother with star-studded charity event - exclusiveThe Today Show host posted a video of her colleague Hoda Kotb revealing the heartbreaking news live on air on Friday morning, and then posted the link which called on followers to donate funds to the Texas Children's Center who worked with the young boy.VIDEO: Inside Today's Hoda Kotb's private family life away from showAs Hoda fought back tears live on air, she sent her love to Richard and his family, and fans at home commented on Savannah's post, with one writing: "My condolences to the Engel family and all of you at NBC. Continued prayers for strength and comfort"."My heart is with their family.

 show's Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb have paid heartbreaking tribute to Richard Engel's late son, Henry. On Thursday, NBC News' chief foreign correspondent shared the heartbreaking news that he and wife Mary Forrest's firstborn son, who suffered from Rett syndrome, had died a month shy of his seventh birthday. «Our beloved son Henry passed away. He had the softest blue eyes, an easy smile and a contagious giggle,» the mourning dad tweeted. «We always surrounded him with love and he returned it, and so much more.»Following the devastating news, co-anchor Guthrie shared a tribute to the little boy gone too soon and his devoted parents, whom she called the «personification of what it means to be a parent.»NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel’s son Henry died at 6-years-old.

Hoda Kotb has been a staple on Today since she joined the NBC show in 2007 – but throughout her time, she has had to say goodbye to some of her beloved co-stars.MORE: Hoda Kotb overcome with emotion after heartwarming reunion on TodayIn fact, Saturday will mark the first anniversary of the departure of her executive producer, Joanne LaMarca, who left the show on 20 August last year, and it was a very bittersweet day for Hoda and her co-host Jenna Bush Hager.WATCH: Hoda Kotb left tearful after on-air surprise Joanne worked on Today with Hoda & Jenna for years, so it wasn't surprising that the duo gave her a worthy send-off on her final day – which included a surprise performance from country star Trace Adkins.They even shared a special post created in Joanne's honor, which read: "It's a bittersweet day as we say farewell to our beloved executive producer Joanne LaMarca, who is leaving to spend more time with her family."MORE: Hoda Kotb jokes about her fears of getting fired MORE: Why Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie keep taking time off TodayIt added: "But before she goes, country star @traceadkins has a special surprise performance just for her. Watch the emotional moment at the link in our bio.⁠"At the time, the tribute left many viewers in tears, and fans took to Instagram to say their farewells.

Savannah Guthrie is a much-loved on-air personality and is a major reason why viewers tune into Today. But what is she really like when the camera's stop rolling? Her partner in crime, Craig Melvin, has spoken exclusively to HELLO! and opened up about his co-star revealing some interesting personality traits. MORE: The Today show hosts' epic homes: Al Roker, Hoda Kotb, Jenna Bush Hager, moreDuring the summer, Craig has been hosting in the main anchor seat more as Hoda Kotb has taken additional time off to be with her family - and he's loving it. WATCH: Savannah Guthrie's family life - all the details When asked what he has found most surprising about Savannah, he revealed: "I didn't know it until I started hosting with her. But Savannah Guthrie is wicked funny.

Hoda Kotb is having no trouble co-parenting with ex Joel Schiffman. In a new interview with, the 58-year-old morning show anchor opens up about the healthy way she and the 64-year-old balance time with their daughters, 5-year-old Haley, and 3-year-old Hope, and praises Schiffman for his fatherly ways.«Sometimes relationships evolve. Sometimes perfectly nice people can go their separate ways.

Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager reunited on Monday after a week apart - with the former taking time off for her birthday.MORE: Today's Savannah Guthrie was 'mad' at her co-star Hoda Kotb after the star didn't listen to her The famous friends hadn't quite been apart all that time though, as they enjoyed spending the weekend together, along with their Fourth Hour executive producer, Talia Parkinson-Jones, at Hoda's vacation home by the beach.What's more, Talia had the sweetest words for the TV stars in a heartfelt tribute message on Instagram.VIDEO: Hoda Kotb left shocked during conversation with Jenna Bush Hager live on Today"Nothing beats hanging with my girls! And our kiddos," she wrote in a sweet post, alongside pictures of the group and their children posing outside Hoda's home.MORE: Why Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie keep taking time off TodayMORE: Hoda Kotb shares heartfelt message to Savannah Guthrie as they embrace in sweet photoHoda shared the exact same picture on her own Instagram page, alongside the caption: "Little fun in the sun."Jenna, meanwhile, replied to the post, writing: "That was a blast. Love my ladies and their babies.

Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie are the main co-anchors on Today, heading up the breaking news headlines each morning on the NBC daytime show.MORE: Today's Savannah Guthrie was 'mad' at her co-star Hoda Kotb after the star didn't listen to her The pair have both been off air a lot over the summer holidays in order to spend time with their young families during the school break, but over the weekend Hoda reminded her followers of when they were recently on air together.Sharing a sweet tribute message to Savannah alongside a photo of them hugging, Hoda wrote: "Just because... and thank you!! It was absolutely perfect! xx"VIDEO: Inside Today's Hoda Kotb's private family life away from showHoda's followers were quick to comment on the post, and while many were praising the strong friendship between her and Savannah, others were concerned that the star was sharing a cryptic message to suggest she was leaving the show.MORE: Savannah Guthrie reveals real reason she was absent from Today in new photo at homeMORE: Jenna Bush Hager's sub co-host revealed while Hoda Kotb celebrates birthday week"Is Hoda leaving?" one fan wrote, while another commented: "Are you leaving?" A third added: "This looks like a hidden goodbye message?"Luckily for fans, there has been nothing to suggest this is the case and other followers were more focused on the bond between the two women.

Savannah Guthrie tested her speed skills Thursday morning after missing her alarm and arriving at the  set with fewer than 20 minutes to spare before the show aired live. The co-anchor shared her rushed start to the day via Instagram, writing «It's 6:34 and I’m still in the car

took to Instagram to document her rush from her home to Studio 1-A, where the NBC morning show is filmed. “Overslept big time,” wrote Guthrie in one of her stories.“It’s 6:34 am and I’m still in the car.”Guthrie, however, managed to get to the studio with just 20 minutes to spare before she was scheduled to go on air.Radio program director Holly Palmieri Schulz captured Guthrie speeding into her dressing room, exclaiming her relief that the host had made it in time for the broadcast.Guthrie was then shown sitting with her hair and makeup team, Kelly O’Neill and Edmi De Jesús — noting it was 6:40 a.m.

Savannah Guthrie is laughing off an honest mishap after she almost didn’t make it to work on time.

Hoda Kotb celebrated her birthday this year and has enjoyed several days off Today to spend time with her loved ones.MORE: Jenna Bush Hager's sub co-host revealed while Hoda Kotb celebrates birthday weekHowever, the Today star's co-workers on the NBC daytime show made sure to send tributes her way as she marked her big day away from the studio.What's more, Sheinelle Jones shared a poignant message about Hoda, revealing her true personality - which is just as kind-hearted as you can imagine.VIDEO: Hoda Kotb's family life - all we knowIn a lengthy post on Instagram, Sheinelle explained how Hoda was always the one to call her first when she needed some support, and what's more, that the co-anchor was a brilliant storyteller during the commercial breaks at work.MORE: Savannah Guthrie praises Hoda Kotb in poignant birthday messageMORE: Savannah Guthrie to host Today without Hoda Kotb as star marks her birthday with familyHer message read: "I couldn't let another moment go by without wishing this beautiful soul a happy birthday!! These are the pics that popped up in my iphone when I searched Hoda... so fun."When I had Covid last Christmas, you know who was the first to call me and help me while I cried like a baby? Hoda.

Hoda Kotb is ready to welcome a new love into her life.MORE: Savannah Guthrie praises her 'love and light' Hoda Kotb in sweet tribute message on her birthdayJust ahead of her 58th birthday, which is on 9 August, the Today star opened up about what she hopes for her future alongside co-host Jenna Bush Hager, and what they think is in store for both of them.Quite fittingly, they had their birth charts read to them by astrologist Jennifer Racioppi, and the two were captivated with all of her exciting predictions.