Overview
- During the November 25 episode, Henry Hager announced via video that he will co-host the Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve editions of Today With Jenna & Friends.
- Hager previously guest-hosted on March 27, a turn Jenna Bush Hager said he initially declined to repeat before agreeing to the holiday shows.
- Hoda Kotb sent a birthday message and then surprised Bush Hager in Studio 1A, arriving with chips and queso before a short on-air chat.
- Ciara rolled into the studio with a birthday cake, delivering hugs and well-wishes during the celebration.
- Kotb also previewed her upcoming NBC Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade broadcast with Savannah Guthrie and Al Roker.