Hours after the mom of two made the emotional revelation that she is leaving Today next year, Bush Hager tearfully recalled how instrumental Kotb was in bringing her onboard the p

Nathan Congleton/NBC Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager formed a strong bond both on and off the small screen. Kotb and Bush Hager joined NBC’s Today in 2007 and 2009, respectively, and went on to cohost the show’s fourth hour together following Kathie Lee Gifford’s 2019 exit.

Jenna Bush Hager officially entered a new phase of her life this week as she embarked on her first show without Hoda Kotb. Last week, Jenna participated in the week-long “Hoda-bration” to celebrate her friend and co-host’s final day as an anchor.