Hoda Kotb became very emotional during Today Show’s Christmas Day special. The TV personality reacted very personally during a secret Santa gift exchange shared with her coworkers. Hoda Kotb is scheduled to depart Today show on January 10th after serving 17 years with the program which makes this Christmas broadcast her last before moving to her next opportunity.
Savannah Guthrie's Touching Gift to Hoda Kotb: a Reminder of Friendship Before Departure
Hoda Kotb’s coworkers gave several heart touching Christmas gifts but her gift was particularly noteworthy given Hoda’s sentimental reaction . Savannah Guthrie her close friend and costar presented Hoda a gift of wishing candles plus a small square featuring a quote from the song "May You Find a Light" by Josh Garrels. Kotb became very emotional because of the sentimental connection from “May You Find a Light”. Savannah Guthrie reportedly gave her the “May You Find a Light” song many times whenever Hoda experienced difficulties in the past creating a powerful sense of friendship between the two TV Personalities.
Kotb's Appreciation for Personalized Gift Highlighting Long Lasting Relationship with Colleagues at NBC
Hoda explained the deep sentimental value associated with her gift due to its source plus the connection from shared experiences with Savannah. Kotb also acknowledged and praised the fact Savannah handwritten a quote on the small square adding to the gifts personalization. Hoda mentioned that this was something Savannah does and shows an element of her kind personality showing that they share long history together. Hoda’s departure after serving seventeen years on The Today Show has had a powerful affect on long time colleagues like Savannah. She added “I love you” when praising the gift's personal meaning demonstrating affection among all coworkers.
Craig Melvin Receives a Custom Dog Sweater From Guthrie While Kotb Shares a Secret Mets Connection
The Today Show also featured other notable secret santa gifts where Savannah Guthrie received from Craig Melvin an amazing custom made dog sweater with name "Fetch" for her dog referencing “You made fetch happen!” meme from Mean Girls. Later Craig Melvin who will take over the primary hosting gig received a gift from Hoda Kotb a New York Mets blanket which Hoda described had important personal meaning for the two co-hosts. Hoda Kotb used the code phrase “Let’s go Mets” to Craig whenever they met before his new position on Today Show to show her excitement about Craig taking her spot on NBC as a Today Show co-host.
Kotb's Code Phrase with Melvin Inspires Light-Hearted Commentary with Guthrie On Live Broadcast
Kotb stated during this gift segment when she initially knew that Craig Melvin would be the new replacement to her hosting position on The Today Show that both she Savannah and Craig were the only three people aware of the details before the public. When she addressed Craig by stating the code phrase, "Let's go Mets," this signified her excitement plus the support. Guthrie also said in jest she never knew Hoda’s connection to the New York Mets prior to this gift reveal. The funny banter among the NBC co-workers further added levity to an already emotional and impactful live Christmas Broadcast.
Al Roker’s Absence and Thoughtful Gifts Demonstrating Lasting Team Dynamics On Live TV
Carson Daly unveiled his secret santa present for Al Roker during a Today Show segment who was not present at this years show as he was with his family. Daly presented Al Roker a legacy journal for Roker’s grandkids adding to the emotional moment as it showcased Roker’s strong bond to his co-hosts. Craig Melvin presented Carson Daly a Michael Phelps inspired jacket that was originally from Al Roker’s collection adding further emotional meaning and significance to show overall emotional weight of their strong bond. The Michael Phelps reference shows appreciation of Daly’s daily cold plunge routine demonstrating Roker's care and appreciation for the group dynamics and colleagues.
Playful Banter and Teamwork Among Co-Hosts of The Today Show With Special Christmas Celebration
The Today Show ended its Secret Santa exchange for their Christmas special when Craig Melvin light heartedly teased about Roker referencing the topic of "cold plunge and the shrinkage" bringing all together into laughter and shared joy. Entertainment Weekly is giving free access for articles such as this and news with all major shows including Today Show. This entire event showcased how the entire team functions with its mix of laughter emotion and genuine care. The broadcast further emphasized how a family can be constructed from a workplace environment by highlighting all the relationships that co-hosts of The Today Show currently enjoy among their entire team on NBC.