Beloved TV personality Kathie Lee Gifford has expressed support for her former co-host Hoda Kotb, who recently announced her departure from the “Today” show. Gifford, 71, took to social media to send love to Kotb, praising her warmth and spirit. The two co-hosted the fourth hour of “Today” from 2008 until Gifford’s departure in 2019, but have remained close friends. Kotb’s decision to leave the show came as a surprise to viewers and colleagues, as she expressed a desire to try something new at age 60 and spend more time with her daughters. Kotb will continue hosting “Today” until early next year before transitioning to an unspecified role at NBC. Starting in 1998 as a correspondent for “Dateline,” Kotb joined “Today” in 2008 and eventually became an anchor for the first two hours of the show. She later co-hosted the fourth hour with Jenna Bush Hager, following Gifford’s departure. Gifford’s kind words for Kotb highlight the deep bond between the two hosts and the enduring friendship they have maintained since their time on the show together. Fans can look forward to Kotb’s continued presence on “Today” until her departure early next year.
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Kathie Lee Gifford responds to Hoda Kotb’s departure from ‘Today’
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