Hoda Kotb's fans fight back tears after heartwarming social media message

Hoda Kotb sailed into the weekend in style with a breathtaking beach photo which she couldn't wait to share with fans. The adored Today host took a moment to share a beautiful snapshot on social media in which palm trees swayed by the water's edge. MORE: Savannah Guthrie's absence from Today explained - and it involves her co-star She simply captioned the post: "The moon #nofilter #lightupthenight," and her followers immediately began commenting. WATCH: Jennifer Lopez teases Hoda Kotb about her breakup They marveled at the stunning image, calling it, "gorgeous," and thanked her for sharing it, but they also wanted to know where she was."Are you in Florida?" asked one, as another said: "Wherever you are it looks so relaxing," and a third queried: "Where have you gone?"MORE: Hoda Kotb fans are overjoyed amid her latest career newsMORE: Hoda Kotb to be joined by very famous co-star on Today as Jenna Bush Hager goes on vacationHoda didn't reveal her location but it appears she's gone somewhere sunny for a getaway after wrapping her week on Today. A post shared by Hoda Kotb (@hodakotb)Hoda's location looked dreamy and fans wanted to know where she was The mom-of-two has been missing her sidekicks, Jenna Bush Hager and Savannah Guthrie this week as they jetted to the Bahamas with their families. The group are celebrating Savannah and her husband, Mike's eighth wedding anniversary together and it looks like they're having a lot of fun. MORE: Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager share tearful baby joy moment on Today showMORE: Jenna Bush Hager hilariously outshines her co-star as unbelievable milestone is revealedJenna shared a snapshot of the group from their lush vacation, which saw her and husband Henry celebrating the happy couple

Hoda Kotb has become a beloved figure on daytime television, and a large part of it is due to her desire for celebrating the achievements and accomplishments of others.MORE: Hoda Kotb fans are overjoyed amid her latest career newsThe Today star took to Instagram to do just that with her latest post, featuring a new friend she had made while on one of her travels.WATCH: Jenna Bush and Hoda Kotb host New Year's Eve SpecialShe posted a photograph of herself with Joy, a flight attendant for Delta who just marked 25 years of work with the airline company.The two had quickly become friends and Hoda took to social media to celebrate her accomplishment with a selfie of the two of them, all masked while aboard her flight.MORE: Hoda Kotb to be joined by very famous co-star on Today as Jenna Bush Hager goes on vacation"What an important day on @delta. The most lovely flight attendant celebrating 25 years! Congrats sweet Joy! What a lovely human being…" she wrote.

Jenna Bush Hager is making the most of her break from hosting duties and delighted fans with a sneak peek at what she has been up to. The Today show star has been absent this week and it looks as though she's having great fun with her family. MORE: Jenna Bush Hager's absence from Today show sparks huge reaction from fans The mom-of-three shared a photo on Instagram stories in which she was wearing a strapless swimsuit and hugging her daughters, Mila and Poppy.WATCH: Hoda Kotb left shocked live on-air on Today She captioned the happy snapshot: "Let's swim," and they all looked ready for some fun. Jenna has been missed during her break, during which time she's been replaced with Kelly Rowland, but she's clearly enjoying some quality time with her kids and husband.  Jenna and her girls were ready for the pool The host certainly looked relaxed in the makeup-free image and fans commented on her appearance, saying how adorable the post was. Jenna has been inundated with compliments of late after revealing she's been on a wellness journey to prioritize her health. MORE: Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager share tearful baby storyMORE: Jenna Bush Hager admits to "really big mistake" during candid discussion with Hoda KotbHer co-star Hoda Kotb recently took a moment to praise her lifestyle change on their show.  Jenna has made her health a priority Jenna then revealed: "I will say I think I have figured out what works for me. And I think the hard thing is I think we expect things to happen over night.

Al Roker has been focused on his health for over two decades now and it’s about time he celebrated his amazing discipline! The Today weatherman and anchor, 67, took to his Instagram on Tuesday (March 15) to show how far he’s come in his weight loss journey since he underwent gastric bypass surgery. Al shared snaps of himself standing inside a pair of pants he wore when he was 340 pounds with plenty of room left over, proving he had one heck of a dramatic transformation!

Al Roker is celebrating a major health and wellness milestone!

Al Roker is celebrating a major health and wellness milestone! On Wednesday, the show anchor celebrated 20 years of his weight loss journey. “Hard to believe it was 20 years ago today, I wore these size 54 Levi jeans to my #gastricbypass at 340 lbs and here I am today,” he wrote. “It’s still a struggle but I’m never going back. I have setbacks and struggle every day, but I never forget how far I’ve come.” The photo carousel began with the TV personality holding the jeans that he wore 20 years ago, prior to his weight loss.

Kelly Rowland just called out her former Destiny's Child bandmates on live television. The star is temporarily taking Jenna Bush Hager's seat next to Hoda Kotb on the Today Show, and she dished about something Beyoncé and Michelle Williams would have never allowed her to do.MORE: Beyoncé sings with Kelly Rowland's son during Destiny's Child reunion – and it's too cuteDuring the star's second day as co-host, Hoda posed a question that had Kelly looking at her like she was crazy to have even asked it.The question started off by posing a hypothetical situation: "Okay, let's pretend you're in total agony… you're on the red carpet.

Jenna Bush Hager is a familiar face on Today's Fourth Hour alongside Hoda Kotb, but was noticeably absent on Monday's show.MORE: Al Roker shows support for co-star during emotional moment live on airInstead, Hoda sat alongside Kelly Rowland at the start of the week.Kelly looked incredible dressed in a hot pink jumpsuit as she made her Today hosting debut, and looked like she was having a great time too both in front of the camera and backstage with Hoda, in footage shared on social media ahead of the show.VIDEO: Today's Jenna Bush Hager leaves Hoda Kotb shocked live on air"It's like coming home," she told the mom-of-two at the start of the show, referring to just how many times she's appeared on the NBC News show as a guest.MORE: Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager share tearful baby storyMORE: Jenna Bush Hager admits to "really big mistake" during candid discussion with Hoda KotbWhile no explanation was given as where Jenna was, she was likely enjoying a well-deserved break with her family.Jenna is a doting mom to three young children, Mila, Poppy and Hal, who she shares with husband Henry Hager.A post shared by TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (@hodaandjenna)Kelly Rowland kept Jenna Bush Hager's seat warm on Monday's Today with Hoda & JennaThe daughter of George W.

Savannah Guthrie has become quite a well-loved fixture of daytime television, so it came as a disappointment to several fans when they found out they wouldn't be seeing her for a bit.MORE: How Savannah Guthrie was a supportive friend following her co-star's baby newsToday Show viewers were greeted in the morning by Craig Melvin and Hoda Kotb, who had returned from her trip to New Orleans with co-star Jenna Bush Hager.WATCH: Savannah Guthrie's video to her kids from Team USA"Craig's in early," Hoda started off by saying, then adding: "Savannah is going to enjoy this week off just to chill out," revealing that her partner-in-crime would be absent for the next few installments.Several of her fans took to social media to express that they were sad to not see her there, with one writing: "It's no good morning without @SavannahGuthrie," and another also saying: "It's hard to start the day without you Savannah."MORE: Savannah Guthrie surprises fans with outfit choice on TodayThe NBC host is spending some downtime at home with family, consisting of husband Michael Feldman and her two kids, Vale and Charley.

Al Roker is committed to staying in tip-top shape! In his latest morning update as he did his usual morning walk, the Today star revealed just how he does it.MORE: Al Roker shows support for co-star during heartfelt family moment on TodayThe beloved weatherman always takes fans along on his daily workout, offering them wellness advice and providing health updates to his dedicated followers.Sunday morning's update was no exception, and the star offered his fans advice on how to stick through a workout when you feel like doing anything but.WATCH: Al brings joy to fans with adorable updateMORE: Al Roker shares adorable gesture for son Nick and fans are in loveDespite the freezing temperatures New Yorkers unexpectedly faced during the weekend, Al still went out for a long walk."Oh baby, it is brisk outside," he began his video with, continuing to say that: "But, perfect day to get a little bit of Vitamin D and get some steps in."The star coined the day as "Take Care of Yourself Sunday," and told followers he hoped they are "having a good one and you get to set up to get ready for the week," as he walked by the river and leafless winter trees towered over him.A post shared by Al Roker (@alroker)The motivational Sunday videoHe went on to offer his advice on how best to do so.MORE: Al Roker triggers emotional reaction from fans with challenging social media messageMORE: Al Roker's co-stars cheer him on as he pays heartfelt tribute following latest career achievementHe revealed that in order to make his very early mornings easier, he makes sure to have "decisions already made" by laying his clothes out the night before and making sure his important health supplements are easily within reach too.

Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager enjoyed a very different type of show last week as they hosted Today with Hoda & Jenna from New Orleans.MORE: Al Roker shows support for co-star during emotional moment live on airAnd while they're back in the studio on Monday, things aren't going quite back to the way they were.On Sunday, Today announced that Jenna Bush Hager would be temporarily replaced by a very famous star from Monday to Wednesday.VIDEO: Hoda Kotb and her Today co-stars as you've never seen them beforeHoda will be joined by none other than Kelly Rowland, with a statement being put out on Instagram.MORE: Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager share tearful baby storyMORE: Jenna Bush Hager admits to "really big mistake" during candid discussion with Hoda KotbIt read: "The iconic @kellyrowland will be guest co-hosting with @hodakotb this week. This is one thing we do NOT have a dilemma over.

Hoda Kotb had two very special guests during the fourth hour of the show. On Thursday, Kotb shared that she brought her daughters along with her while she’s reporting live from New Orleans with her co-host, Jenna Bush Hager.  “You came with two little people,” Bush Hager pointed out to her co-host.

Hoda Kotb left her fans extremely excited on Monday morning when she revealed that her original podcast was coming back for a second season.MORE: Jenna Bush Hager pays emotional tribute to Hoda Kotb amid heartacheWith an Instagram post featuring the cover of her podcast Making Space, the Today Show host shared that the second season would be premiering in just about a week.WATCH: Jenna Bush and Hoda Kotb host New Year's Eve SpecialShe excitedly wrote: "Coming soon!!! Season 2 of Making Space, wherever you get your podcasts," and fans immediately took to the comments with congratulatory words for her."Absolutely love this podcast!!!! Cant wait for season 2," one wrote, with another saying: "Congrats Hoda on season 2!!"MORE: Hoda Kotb celebrates co-star's milestone anniversary on the airA third sweetly added: "CONGRATULATIONS HODA!! Second Season of this Podcast, Yay, plus all the upcoming guests you mentioned on the H&J show this morning, I can't wait!!"The TV personality launched her podcast in September of 2021, a space for people "on a journey of self-discovery and resilience of the human spirit," according to Today, and has interviewed figures like Oprah Winfrey, Maria Shriver, Sheryl Crow, and even co-star Jenna Bush Hager.A post shared by Hoda Kotb (@hodakotb)Hoda announced the return of her podcast Making SpaceHoda opened up more about the news on Today with Hoda and Jenna, as co-host Jenna said: "We have some huge news for y'all. Hoda's original podcast, Making Space, is back for a second season."Hoda replied: "You guys, I can't tell you how excited I am about this.

Today Show star Jenna Bush Hager has praised her friend and co-star Hoda Kotb for her "compassion and grace".MORE: Hoda Kotb opens up about Covid battle on Today as fans send their supportThe close friends have leaned on each other in recent years, and most recently after Hoda announced she had split from her fiance Joel Schiffman, who is also the father of her two children.WATCH: Hoda Kotb opens up about decision to split from Joel SchiffmanNow, 40-year-old Jenna has lauded her friend, sharing that she comes into the office "every morning smiling at every single person"."I am proud of Hoda every single day," she revealed. "She's filled with compassion and grace and she does everything that way.

Jenna Bush Hager's boss told her she had been tapped to dress up as a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader for Halloween, the 40-year-old co-host busted a sweat. Out of nervousness? No way. The sweat was her body's natural way of saying, «Challenge accepted.»On the third anniversary of her Read With Jenna book club, Bush Hager opened up to ET's Rachel Smith about what triggered her healthy lifestyle transformation and, as it turned out, her boss, perhaps unknowingly, lent a helping hand.«I have to tell you, when your boss says you're gonna be a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader — and I grew up in Dallas — guess what? You try to get fit.»Devoted fans of the show will remember Bush Hager and Savannah Guthrie (despite being a lifelong fan of the Cowboys' divisional rival Philadelphia Eagles) donned the iconic cheerleader uniform for Halloween last year.

Jenna Bush Hager is always proud of her pal, Hoda Kotb. ET's Rachel Smith spoke with the 40-year-old co-host on Wednesday, and Bush Hager revealed why she was proud of Kotb for how she handled the announcement of her split from Joel Schiffman on the show.«I am proud of Hoda every single day,» Bush Hager said.

Hoda Kotb had something (and someone) special to celebrate on the latest installment of Today with Hoda and Jenna!MORE: Hoda Kotb teases 'big week ahead' as she makes exciting announcement with co-starThe TV star revealed that she was celebrating her co-star Jenna Bush Hager and the anniversary of her book club Read with Jenna.WATCH: Jenna Bush and Hoda Kotb host New Year's Eve Special"We've got some celebrating to do on this program today on this second day of March. Because the second day of March marks the third year of Read with Jenna," she excitedly said at the top of the show."I'm like a wild, wild toddler, it's so much fun!" Jenna responded.

Jenna Bush Hager delighted her fans when she revealed positively thrilling news about her latest book that would take her to some incredible places.MORE: Hoda Kotb reveals her 'recurring nightmare' to Today co-host Jenna Bush HagerThe Today Show host shared that the paperback edition of her book Everything Beautiful In Its Time would be out later this month.WATCH: Jenna Bush and Hoda Kotb host New Year's Eve SpecialWhat's more, she would be going on a nationwide book tour in person in support of the release to talk more about the heartfelt stories she penned.In her caption, Jenna wrote: "The paperback of EVERYTHING BEAUTIFUL IN ITS TIME comes out March 29, and I'm so excited to be going on tour live and in person for this one!MORE: Jenna Bush Hager's latest outfit choice divides fans"I'll be doing events in NYC, PA, Washington, DC and Richmond, VA, and I hope you can join me. I'll be sharing stories from behind the scenes of my life and the lessons I learned from my beloved grandparents about respect, humility, kindness, and living a life of passion and meaning."Fans rushed to the comments to congratulate her on the big achievement and revealed how excited they were to see her on the road.A post shared by Jenna Bush Hager (@jennabhager)Jenna revealed that she would be embarking on a book tourOne wrote: "Cannot wait for you to come to RVA," with another saying: "Stop I'm so excited I just bought my ticket," and a third added: "One of my favorite books ever.

Hoda Kotb is a loyal friend and wanted to make sure to shine a light on her co-star at the beginning of the week.MORE: Hoda Kotb left frustrated live on air by missed opportunity with co-starOn Monday's Today with Hoda & Jenna, the much-loved TV star started the show by teasing some exciting news."We have a big week ahead," she told viewers, before Jenna corrected her. "No it's this week!"VIDEO: Today's Hoda Kotb announces split from Joel Schiffman"Why is it big?" Hoda asked, to which Jenna replied: "This week is big because we are celebrating on Wednesday the third anniversary of Read with Jenna."MORE: Hoda Kotb marks end of an era with special message to her best friend MORE: Hoda Kotb opens up about going out alone in new revelation following split"I honestly can't believe it," Hoda exclaimed.

Hoda Kotb is known for her loyalty and has a close-knit circle of friends, both in the public eye and out of the spotlight.MORE: Hoda Kotb left frustrated live on air by missed opportunity with co-starAnd this week, the kind-hearted star shone a light on her best friend, Karen Swensen, as she marked an end of an era.Karen retired on Wednesday and on her last day at work, Hoda shared a series of photos of her from over the year, alongside a heartfelt message.VIDEO: Today's Hoda Kotb announces split from fiancé Joel Schiffman She wrote: "Wow @karenswensen. Remember when you started at wwl (left)...