Hey there, friends! Let's talk about an unforgettable Monday, April 8, when Jenna Bush Hager stepped into her new role as a full-time cohost on the fourth hour of TODAY. And guess what? She shared a touching goodbye gift from Kathie Lee Gifford that left everyone smiling. Jenna, at 37, is diving headfirst into this exciting chapter of her life, and she’s bringing her signature warmth and charm with her.
As she was diving into the show, Jenna paused and exclaimed, “I can’t believe I forgot. What is wrong with me?” Then, she revealed the special present Kathie Lee left her—a bracelet with the inscription, ‘Your joy is non-negotiable.’ Isn’t that just the sweetest sentiment? It’s clear that Kathie Lee has left her mark on Jenna in the best possible way.
Warm Welcome from Hoda Kotb
Now, Jenna didn’t just step into this role alone. Her new cohost, the ever-amazing Hoda Kotb, made sure she felt right at home. Hoda welcomed Jenna with an engraved wine glass, which is such a thoughtful gesture. Jenna shared how thrilled she was to be cohosting TODAY with Hoda, a journalist she clearly admires.
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But Jenna didn’t stop there. She recounted her excitement after the big announcement. “I got in bed and I was calm,” she said with a laugh. “My husband, Henry [Hager], and I went out for a date night. I got on Instagram right before bed and saw our new Instagram page. At first, I was like, ‘My head looks huge!’ But then I got over that … And I just screamed and woke him up.” She went on to describe how hyper she got, to the point where Henry joked about tranquilizing her. “Then I finally fell asleep,” she added with a chuckle.
Family Love and Support
And the surprises kept rolling in! Jenna was treated to a heartfelt video message from her family, cheering her on in her new role. Her dad, former U.S. president George W. Bush, appeared on screen with a warm message. “Hey, Jenna, your old dad here on film to tell you how much I love you and how proud I am of you,” he said. “I know you’ll do a fabulous job.” Can you feel the pride radiating from those words?
.@jennabushhager’s dad, mother and mother-in-law wanted to wish her well on her first day! ♥️ pic.twitter.com/mLiHaVC11h
— TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (@HodaAndJenna) April 8, 2019
Her mom, former first lady Laura Bush, followed up with her own message. “Jenna, your mother and your mother-in-law are calling to say we’re so proud of you!” she said. It’s clear that Jenna has an incredible support system behind her, and it’s truly heartwarming to see how much her family loves and supports her.
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A Special Appearance from Jenna's Family
But wait, there’s more! Jenna’s husband, Henry, surprised her by walking onto the set with their two daughters, Margaret, 5, and Poppy, 3, to give Jenna a beautiful bouquet of roses. Jenna was visibly emotional, exclaiming, “I’m a wreck!” And honestly, who could blame her? Who wouldn’t be moved by all the love and support pouring in from every direction?
It’s moments like these that remind us how beautiful and supportive life can be. Jenna Bush Hager is stepping into her new role with grace, humor, and love, and we can’t wait to see what she brings to TODAY. Keep shining, Jenna!
