Since Hoda Kotb left Today, NBC has been looking for the perfect replacement, and as of yesterday, they have one! Sheinelle Jones will be joining Jenna Bush Hager as permanent co-host of Today, beginning on January 12th. Fans couldn’t be more excited to see a familiar and beloved Today face for the popular Fourth Hour segment. Keep reading for more information.
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Sheinelle Jones Announces As New 'Today' Co-Host
Hoda Kotb left Today in January after 26 years with NBC, and since then, the role of Jenna Bush Hager's co-host has been a revolving door. Starting on January 12th, though, her official new co-host will be Sheinelle Jones.
Sheinelle Jones is not a new face for the network—she joined NBC in 2014 as co-host of Weekend Today. In 2019, she joined the weekday's Today show's Third Hour, though she took a break from the show at the end of 2024 through mid-2025 when her husband, Uche Ojeh, was tragically diagnosed with and passed away from an aggressive form of brain cancer.
On the topic of landing this role, Sheinelle says she feels Uche with her: "It feels like Uche's up there with God. He's Mr. Competitive. He's like, 'Alright, let's make this happen for Sheinelle.'"
Social Media Reactions
The news has made it's way through social media platforms and fans couldn't be happier for Sheinelle and for the future of Today. "I am beyond happy for you and yes you are being watched over!" one fan wrote on Instagram.
"Best decision NBC ever made!" another person commented.
"You are so deserving of it," added a third fan. "I couldn't be happier!"
"This is the announcement I've been waiting for!" another comment reads.
"Two queens on Today!" said one user. "We love it!"
"I love this so very, very! very much!" a final fan said.
