Scarlett Johansson to Guest Host Today After Hoda Kotb’s Departure

Get ready to say good morning to Scarlett Johansson.

Actress Scarlett Johansson, known for her role as the “Black Widow,” is set to appear alongside Jenna Bush Hager on the talk show “Today With Hoda and Jenna” starting from January 10th. This will be after Hoda Kotb leaves the morning news program, with Johansson joining a group of temporary replacements.

Jenna stated in an interview with People on January 7th that Scarlett Johansson is like royalty to her. She’s been captivated by her films since time immemorial, and the movie “Girl with a Pearl Earring” is a testament to her love for reading, making her a bit of a bookworm.

The leader of the Read With Jenna book club, temporarily joining Jenna and her friends on Today With Jenna & Friends until a permanent co-host is chosen, remarked, “She’s an avid reader too, making our shared love for books even more exciting!

Additionally, Scarlett will be working at NBC along with her husband Colin Jost, who is also her partner and the father of their three-year-old son Cosmo. Notably, Colin is one of the cohosts for the “Weekend Update” segment on Saturday Night Live.

Jenna went on saying, ‘It’s merely an exciting fantasy, but Scarlett agreeing to spend a week with us shows just how remarkable our show has become. I’m absolutely ecstatic and can hardly contain my excitement for this upcoming event!’

Scarlett, who is a mother to Rose, aged 10 with her former partner Romain Dauriac, will start co-hosting the latest version of the fourth hour on ‘Today’ from January 21st. This follows a series of guest hosts, including Taraji P. Henson (January 13th and 17th), Eva Longoria (January 14th), Keke Palmer (January 15th) and Michelle Buteau (January 16th).

Gosh, check this out! That’s ‘powerhouse’, ‘grand slam’, and ‘wow’,” I exclaimed to Jenna during our January 6th broadcast upon hearing the initial lineup. “This week is shaping up to be quite the spectacle!

Jenna concurred, saying, “Indeed, we express our admiration for these ladies. I believe Hoda has been instrumental in making this affection more tangible. No one could possibly replace this seat, yet these three are welcome to give it a shot.

After revealing that she was leaving the show, Hoda has also hinted at what lies ahead in her upcoming phase. Her morning co-anchoring responsibilities, which were shared with Savannah Guthrie, will now be taken over by Craig Melvin.

She shared on the January 6th episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show that she’s launching a wellness business and app, featuring retreats, podcasts, and various activities that bring people together to share her passions. Previously skeptical about practices labeled as “woo-woo” and odd, she found herself feeling more relaxed and improved after participating. As it turns out, these unusual methods can actually contribute to a sense of well-being.

Apart from her usual activities, the 60-year-old intends to devote additional time to her lovely daughters, Haley (age 7) and Hope Catherine (age 5).

During her September announcement, she expressed that she had her children later in life and felt it was only natural to give them a larger share of her time, as the time we have is limited.

Keep reading for a look back at the cute moments Hoda has shared with Haley and Hope.

Following her announcement about departing from Today, Hoda enjoys her initial Halloween in the New York suburbs together with her children.

Haley and Hope match in cheerleader costumes.

Hoda got emotional as Haley and Hope surprised her with an early Mother’s Day gift.

Hala and Adel, Hannah and Ella (her nieces), Sami (her mom), Haley Joy and Hope Catherine (her daughters), and Joel Schiffman (her fiancé) were all present for Hoda Kotb’s birthday celebration, which she referred to as “my kind of gathering.

Hoda enjoys a day with her daughters Haley Joy and Hope Catherine around New York City together.

This Halloween has come and gone! Once again, Hoda and her eldest child celebrated it side by side, embodying their characters from Sesame Street.

On Halloween 2019, the hostess of Today took some adorable photos with her mother and Haley’s grandmother.

The host shared this pic of her and her little one at a Sesame Street party in Oct. 2019.

The daytime talk show host spends a day splashing around the beach in Aug. 2019.

Haley Joy looks cute as a button celebrating her mom’s 55th birthday this past August.

Back in May 2019, I was thrilled to share on my Instagram a heartwarming moment – Haley was lovingly nourishing our precious bundle of joy, Hope!

Kathie Lee Gifford, a longstanding friend and previous co-host with Hoda on the Today show, encountered Hope in early May and their faces were beaming throughout the entire day.

In April, the 55-year-old host posted a family picture on Instagram for the first time, captioning it, “Here we are, hugs and kisses.

Hoda presented Hope as her newly adopted daughter, shocking her colleagues on the Today show when she announced it live on air.

On Valentine’s Day, the TV host rejoiced over Haley turning two and expressed her feelings on Instagram by saying, “There’s so much love in the air today.

The beaming TV personality spent Christmas with her mother, sister and daughter.

Haley celebrated her second Halloween by twinning with her mom in matching bee costumes.

In August of 2018, the mother-daughter duo spent an autumn day together picking apples.

“I can’t believe I get to do this .. #grateful” she wrote on her 54th birthday.

Today, Hoda, our co-anchor, posed alongside her adorable one-year-old, Haley. She was wearing a sweet t-shirt that read “mama.”

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On Mother’s Day, Hoda, our co-anchor, was captured with her charming 1-year-old, Haley. Wearing a cute top that said “mama,” she posed for the photo.

Early morning photo sessions in bed on Mother’s Day were fantastic,” the joyful mom excitedly expressed in an adorable Instagram selfie.

In March 2018, the native of Oklahoma honored Joel Schiffman’s 60th birthday celebration by gathering with their daughter and enjoying a homemade cake together.

The TV host exclaimed “I’m home!!!” on Instagram, having returned from a two-week stint covering the 2018 Winter Olympics held in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

On the eve of her arrival in Pyeongchang for the 2018 Winter Olympics, the television personality spent some playful moments with her darling and her USA-themed hat.

On January 14, Hoda and her small-town sports enthusiast excitedly supported the New Orleans Saints during their match with the Minnesota Vikings!

We’re all set, Santa!” I exclaimed in my Christmas selfie with my dear mother, my loving partner, and our precious little bundle of joy.

On November 23rd, Hoda and her partner, along with their little daughter, were pictured for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

As a die-hard fan of Halloween, I couldn’t wait for the day when little Haley would join me in the spooktacular festivities. And oh boy, did she ever! For her maiden Halloween, she donned an enchanting bunny costume that had everyone going “aww!” The best part? She got to ride in style – a stroller driven by her loving mom and her devoted long-term boyfriend. It was the cutest trick-or-treating experience ever!

On October 26th, Hoda put Haley in a pumpkin costume, expressing her excitement on Instagram with, “Can’t wait!!

Over the Labor Day weekend, Hoda took a group selfie at the beach that included herself, six-month-old Haley, and the rest of the family. In the photo, Hoda’s mother was on the left, her sister was positioned at the top right, and her brother was beside her on the right.

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2025-01-08 02:48