Hoda Kotb, Craig Melvin

Craig Melvin Reveals the First 2 People Who Knew He'd Succeed Hoda Kotb on 'Today'
Were you surprised when NBC announced that Craig Melvin would succeed Hoda Kotb as a co-anchor on the Today show? It turns out we weren't the only ones shocked by the news — Craig was, too. In November 2024,
Craig Melvin thought Hoda Kotb was being ‘forced out’ of $8M-a-year ‘Today’ gig: ‘No one leaves these jobs on their own’
“I was like, ‘Are they forcing you out?’ She’s like, ‘No Craig, I’m OK. I’m leaving,’” he recalled. “I was legit stunned, so much so that after she left, I went back to her dressing room, and I was like, ‘Are you sure you’re OK?’ It takes a certain kind of courage to leave anything when you’re at the height of your game.”
Where is Hoda Kotb? Craig Melvin kicks off 'Today' show hosting gig
Melvin began his new role by telling audiences how grateful and excited he was to sit in the host seat. Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. "You've sat there so many times but this morning is special.
Craig Melvin Cries as He Reads Encouraging Letter from Hoda Kotb During First Broadcast as Today Co-Anchor
Craig Melvin made his debut co-anchoring the 'Today' show with Savannah Guthrie on Monday, Jan. 13, after taking over the role from Hoda Kotb.
Hoda Kotb's Emotional Words That Left 'Today' Replacement Craig Melvin in Tears
Craig Melvin's debut as co-anchor of Today proved to be an emotional one. On Monday, January 13, the 45-year-old broadcast journalist — who began his first day in his new gig — received a video message and a handwritten letter from his predecessor, Hoda Kotb, whose last day was Friday, January 10.
Craig Melvin Feared ‘Today’ Show Was ‘Forcing Out’ Hoda Kotb When She Announced Exit
Long before he was named the new co-anchor of the Today show, Craig Melvin was left completely shocked by Hoda Kotb ‘s decision to leave the program. In an interview with Parade, the journalist opened up about how he reacted to first hearing about Kotb’s decision — and how he wasn’t convinced that she was the instigator.
Craig Melvin Asked Hoda Kotb If She Was ‘Sick’ After Learning of Her ‘Today’ Exit
New Today cohost Craig Melvin initially thought Hoda Kotb might be sick when she pulled him aside to tell him she was stepping down from the NBC morning show. "My dressing room is two over from hers,
Craig Melvin Asked Hoda Kotb If She Was Being Forced Out of 'Today' Role
Craig Melvin was so shocked by news of Hoda Kotb's Today show exit that he thought the decision to leave wasn't hers. "My dressing room is two over from hers, and she knocks on my door one morning, which was unusual.
Craig Melvin's first week in photos — and the moments behind the images
Dressed in a navy suit and yellow tie that his wife and kids picked out for the occasion, Craig stands at the TODAY desk ...
Craig Melvin Jokes He'll Only Retire From 'Today' When They 'Wheel Me Out of This Place' (Exclusive)
They will have to come in with boxes and security and say, you're done,' Melvin joked while exclusively chatting with Parade ...
Today's Craig Melvin Reveals the Surprising 'Weird' Hobby That Brings Him Joy: 'I Sound Like a Freak' (Exclusive)
Today's new co-anchor Craig Melvin opens up in this week's PEOPLE cover story about the new hobby that he can't stop gushing about.
Craig Melvin reveals the secret that helps him avoid oversleeping
It’s a familiar routine for Craig, who joined the TODAY team in 2018 and is well-accustomed to early mornings. But since ...
Savannah Guthrie Returns to ‘Today’ 1 Day After Craig Melvin Said She ‘Decided to Bail’
Savannah Guthrie made her return to Today after missing an episode of the show during Craig Melvin’s first week as her ...
The reason Craig Melvin dedicated his first day as co-anchor of ‘Today’ to his parents
Craig Melvin has officially taken the helm of his new role as a co-anchor of NBC’s “Today” show. But not before thanking his ...
Craig Melvin Emotionally Reflects on Landing“ Today”'s Top Anchor Seat: 'This Is a Gift and It's Not Lost on Me' (Exclusive)
The newsman, who shares son Delano, 10, and daughter Sybil, 8, with wife Lindsay Czarniak, is taking over the position from ...
Craig recalls ‘full-circle’ moment when future wife Lindsay called date night early to appear on Savannah’s show
Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin recall how his wife, Lindsay Czarniak, once had to call a date early so she could be on ...