THE hosts of Today gave a rare update on Sheinelle Jones after she left show to deal with a ‘family health matter’.
She has not been seen on NBC screens for four months, but now her colleagues have addressed her absence.
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Sheinelle Jones has not be seen on Today since DecemberCredit: Getty
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Her co-stars gave an update to Access HollywoodCredit: Access Hollywood
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We previously revealed that she is set to become the permanent replacement from Hoda KotbCredit: Getty
Sheinelle Jones previously took time out of the flagship breakfast show when she abruptly stopped her anchor duties on December 18.
However, Craig Melvin, Al Roker, and Dylan Dreyer provided an update on their beloved co-star.
Craig spoke to Access Hollywood’s Emily Orozco and admitted: “I just talked to her a couple of days ago.”
“She’s taking some time to be with her family and we talk to her all the time.”
He added: “We love our girl. It’s been nice to see how much everyone else loves her, too.””
Dylan also confirmed that she will definitely be back on air, explaining: “She misses being here.”
“She wishes she was here with us, but she’s doing what she needs to do.”
While 70-year-old Al added: “We’re just praying for her.”
This comes after we previously revealed that Sheinelle was poised to officially replace Hoda Kotb as Jenna Bush Hager’s co-host when she eventually returns from her family leave.
An insider exclusively told The U.S. Sun that NBC executives have found the permanent replacement for Hoda, 60, in the fourth hour of Today.
Craig Melvin to take extended break from Today and will be replaced by beloved NBC sportscaster at anchor desk
Our source claims that she “has the job,” but added that there will not be an announcement until after her leave of absence has ended.
The star previously broke her silence when she admitted she’s been taking time off to deal with a family health issue in an emotional Instagram post.
She wrote: “It’s not lost on me how lucky I am to have not only the support of my Today Show family, but to also have all of you.
Adding: “Your kindness means so much to me.”
