When tragedy strikes, true friendship shines brightest. After the heartbreaking loss of Sheinelle Jones’ husband, her Today Show family has rallied around her in ways that are both touching and inspiring. Al Roker and Dylan Dreyer, two of Sheinelle’s closest colleagues, have gone above and beyond to support her during this unimaginable time. But what exactly have they done behind the scenes—and how are they helping Sheinelle find strength to move forward? Their emotional gestures and words of comfort may surprise you.

The Today Show family is rallying behind one of their own in the wake of heartbreaking loss. After Sheinelle Jones’ husband passed away, her colleagues Al Roker and Dylan Dreyer have stepped up in touching, personal ways—offering comfort, humor, and unwavering support as Sheinelle navigates this unimaginable time. In an exclusive conversation, they open up about the power of friendship, the importance of simply being there, and the ways they’re helping Sheinelle find light in her darkest days.

It’s been a somber few weeks for the Today Show team, as they come together to support Sheinelle Jones after the devastating loss of her husband. For Al Roker and Dylan Dreyer, it’s not just about being coworkers—it’s about being family.

During a recent interview, the mood was both lighthearted and deeply sincere. The hosts joked about the chaos of parenting—“pajama ninjas” and bedtime battles—but the conversation quickly turned to the power of presence and empathy when someone is grieving.

“I don’t know the right words besides ‘I’m here. Whenever you need a hug, let me know, I’ll be there in a second.’ And I mean, I just, I pray for her every night,” Dylan shared, her voice full of emotion. She acknowledged that sometimes, words fall short—but love and support never do.

Al Roker echoed the sentiment. “We always say, ‘I know what you’re going through,’ but nobody really does unless you’ve been there. We just want to be there for her, to pay tribute to the wonderful person her husband was—and still is, because he’s going to live on in those kids and in all our memories.”

Both hosts reflected on the strength of their Today Show bond, especially in times of crisis. “We were reminded so much of what a family Today is, especially last week with Sheinelle,” Al said. “Parenting never stops, and neither does friendship. We just keep checking in, offering our love, and letting her know we’re here—no matter what.”

The stories shared were full of warmth and even a little humor, as Al reminisced about Sheinelle’s husband with affection and admiration. “He was just really handsome—I had a man candy crush on him!” Al laughed, recalling a moment when he saw him in a wetsuit and joked, “It’s the prince of Wakanda!”

But beneath the laughter, there was a clear message: Sheinelle is not alone. Her Today family is holding her up, covering her when she needs space, and honoring her husband’s memory in every way they can.

As the Today Show continues, so does the outpouring of support for Sheinelle. In the words of her friends, “Whenever you need us, we’re here.” And that’s what family is all about.