And Jenna Bush Hager is getting a new show and co-host as a result. Kotb, 60, announced she would be stepping away from the “Today” show on Sept. 26. In the weeks since, fans have been wondering who the network would choose to replace her.

I am beyond excited and grateful,” Melvin said, thanking “NBC and the folks here who deemed me worthy.” He begins as co-host in January.

Today” has found its replacement for Hoda Kotb. Craig Melvin is taking over Kotb’s role on the NBC daytime program. Kotb, 60, shared the news on Thursday morning, while also confirming her last day on the show is Friday,

Hoda Kotb's official replacement for Today With Hoda & Jenna has not officially been named. In addition to helming the early news broadcast of Today, Kotb, 60, also leads the fourth-hour show with Jenna Bush Hager.

Craig Melvin has been tapped as the replacement for Hoda Kotb on NBC’s veteran Today show beginning on January 13, 2025 (following Hoda's last day on Friday, January 10).

Craig Melvin was announced as Hoda Kotb’s replacement in the early morning hours on Today, however, things are still up in the air as to who will step in to cohost Today With Hoda & Jenna with Jenna Bush Hager.