Hoda Kotb’s departure from the Today show marks the end of a significant era for NBC’s beloved morning program. Her co-anchors, including Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin, paid heartfelt tributes to Kotb as she bid farewell. Guthrie called Kotb “so special, it’s almost beyond description,” while Kotb herself expressed confidence in her successor, Craig Melvin, saying, “You are made for this job.”
Melvin, who has been with NBC since 2011 and has built a strong career in both news and entertainment, is stepping into Kotb’s role as co-anchor alongside Guthrie. Melvin, known for his work on Dateline and as an Emmy-winning journalist, expressed gratitude for the support of his wife, Lindsay Czarniak, and their children, Sybil and Delano. Al Roker, a long-time member of the Today team, also congratulated Melvin, calling him “so worthy of this.”
The Today show paid tribute to Kotb’s remarkable tenure with a video reflecting her most memorable moments, from heartwarming interviews to lighthearted skits. Guthrie humorously recalled their bond, and the emotional video underscored the profound impact Kotb had on her colleagues and viewers over the years.