


The day has finally come, so grab those tissues — and maybe pour a glass of wine. It’s what she’d want! Hoda Kotb is officially retiring from daytime television after 27 years at NBC.
Her decision to retire came as a major shock, but there was nobody more surprised than her partner in crime and Today co-host of five years, Jenna Bush Hager. Lots of tears have been shed as the co-hosts have spent weeks preparing for this farewell, and it’s finally culminating in one big “Hoda-bration” as Kotb prepares to move on to the next part of her exciting, decades-long career.
Though she is expected to remain at NBC in some capacity, Kotb has indicated that she’s more interested in spending more time with her daughters and working in wellness — and dating.
We at Decider are excited to see what Kotb does next. But we can’t help but look back at all of the wild memories and moments she had during her 18 years hosting The Today Show, Today With Kathie Lee & Hoda, and Today With Hoda & Jenna, and there are many.
Kotb is truly singular when it comes to television personalities; she is always willing to open her heart to guests and viewers alike, baring it all while also maintaining her sunny and optimistic personality (at 7 a.m. every single day, no less!) that would leave any viewer hopeful for the day ahead.
Without further ado, here are some of Hoda Kotb’s funniest and wildest moments on Today.