Jenna Bush Hager’s Emotional Reaction to Hoda Kotb’s Surprise Visit on Today Show – But Is It All Just a PUBLICITY STUNT?

Jenna Bush Hager hosted two shows with Dwyane Wade this week, and fans love their chemistry. Despite this, they clearly still miss Hoda Kotb

Jenna Bush Hager received a major surprise before the show Wednesday(Image: Nathan Congleton/NBC via Getty Images)
Jenna Bush Hager received a major surprise before co-hosting the Today Show with basketball legend Dwyane Wade Wednesday.

The on-air personality has seen various celebrity guests on ‘Today With Jenna & Friends’ since the beginning of the year. Hoda Kotb, her former co-host, announced her retirement last year so she could spend more time with her daughters.

Hager hosted two shows with Wade this week, and fans were quick to notice the chemistry between the duo. It’s unclear who will be chosen as a permanent co-host alongside Hager, but it’s clear that viewer have missed seeing Hoda on their screens.

Fans who follow the hosts on social media can still see her on their small screens. Kotb surprised Hager in her dressing room before Wednesday’s show, wishing her luck.

‘Today With Jenna & Friends’ posted the sweet video on Instagram. The hosts were clearly happy to be reunited, hugging in the makeup room.

The caption on the video read: “We had the best surprise in our briefing meeting this morning!! @hodakotb dropped in to show her love and support for @jennabhager and @dwyanewade #JennaandFriends.”

In the comments, people shared their desire for Kotb to come back on the show.

‘Today With Jenna & Friends’ posted the sweet video on Instagram(Image: jennaandfriends/Instagram)
One person wrote: “Hoda!!!!! Just a glimpse is enough! You are loved and missed every single day! Jenna is making you proud for sure!”

“First person to leave and always be welcomed back so easily and with love! Everyone always seems to stay away! Hoda is a bright light!!!!!” another said.

A third added: “Awe how exciting was that. That’s why Hoda is amazing. Always supportive.”

Kotb surprised Hager in her dressing room before Wednesday’s show, wishing her luck(Image: jennaandfriends/Instagram)

While seeing Kotb was a nice surprise, fans in the comments also said their loving Wade for the time being.

One said: “I love the relationship between you and the amazing Hoda! I’m also enjoying this week’s Jenna & Friends so far with you and Dwayne Wade.”

Another penned: “Dwyane is unlike anything I ever imagined! Such a caring, faithful family man that so loves his wife. He’s been a joy to watch!Dwyane is unlike anything I ever imagined! Such a caring, faithful family man that so loves his wife. He’s been a joy to watch!”