Does Hoda Kotb Regret Leaving Today? The Truth Behind Her Controversial Exit Finally Comes to Light—And Fans Are Shocked!
Hoda Kotb’s Departure from Today Sparked Speculation—Is She Second-Guessing Her Decision?
It’s been just over a month since Hoda Kotb said goodbye to The Today Show and stepped into retirement. But while she’s staying busy with a new project alongside Joanna Gaines, the NBC morning show seems to be thriving without her—raising questions about how Kotb really feels about her departure.
With Craig Melvin stepping in as co-anchor, Today appears to be holding steady. In fact, according to Nielsen ratings, the show even saw a slight uptick in viewership during the first week without Kotb. For the week of January 13, Today drew in 2.8 million total viewers and 698,000 in the key 25-54 demographic—surpassing Good Morning America.
Allegedly, this unexpected ratings boost has left Kotb feeling conflicted.
“Hoda was crushed when she heard that,” a source told RadarOnline. “She thought the overwhelming love she received when she left was proof that she was crucial to the show’s success. Now she’s questioning whether she was actually holding them back.”
After nearly two decades on Today, seeing the numbers improve post-exit may understandably sting. However, it’s important to note that this report is purely speculative.
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Did Viewers Tune In Out of Curiosity?
While some believe the ratings spike is a sign of Today moving forward without Kotb, others argue that viewers may have simply been curious to see how the show would adjust to her absence.
Craig Melvin is no stranger to Today, but officially stepping into the co-anchor role is a significant change. It’s possible that audiences just wanted to check out this new chapter for the NBC morning show.
At the same time, change always takes some getting used to. Today has said farewell to major anchors before, and the transition period can be unpredictable. Whether the ratings will continue to climb—or if viewers will eventually miss Kotb’s presence—is still up in the air.
Hoda’s New Life: Trading TV Glamour for Motherhood
Kotb’s decision to leave Today was largely driven by her desire to focus on her two daughters. Now, sources claim that her lifestyle has shifted dramatically.
Instead of high-profile dinner meetings in Manhattan, Kotb has reportedly embraced a more relaxed routine.
“She’s no longer dressing up every day for fancy events,” an insider shared. “Now, she’s in sweatpants with her hair up, picking up her kids from playdates.”
Of course, it’s all speculation—Kotb herself hasn’t publicly expressed regret about her decision. Adjusting to such a major life change takes time, and she may simply need a moment to fully settle into this new phase.
That said, there’s always the possibility of her making guest appearances in the future. Perhaps she’ll stop by Today with Jenna & Friends to reunite with her former co-host, Jenna Bush Hager. Fans would certainly love to see that!
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Will Hoda Kotb Make a Comeback?
While Today continues to move forward, Kotb’s departure marks a major shift for both her and the show. But does she truly regret stepping away, or is she simply navigating the emotions of a big transition?
Would you like to see Hoda return to Today—even as a guest host? Share your thoughts in the comments!
