Hoda Kotb Announces Departure from 'Today' Show
Kotb's decision, influenced by her milestone 60th birthday, marks the end of a 26-year tenure at NBC and a shift towards spending more time with her family.
- Kathie Lee Gifford described Kotb's exit as 'bittersweet,' praising her warmth and spirit.
- Kotb revealed her departure on Thursday, citing a desire to focus on her daughters and new personal adventures.
- Her announcement surprised both fans and colleagues, leading to emotional reactions from co-hosts Savannah Guthrie and Jenna Bush Hager.
- Kotb has been a part of NBC since 1998, initially joining as a 'Dateline' correspondent before becoming a 'Today' co-anchor in 2018.
- Industry insiders suggest her exit symbolizes broader financial shifts in morning TV, with networks prioritizing cost-cutting over high anchor salaries.
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