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Perth Now
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Hoda Kotb feels ready for her next 'chapter' in life
Hoda Kotb is "open" to finding love again. The 60-year-old TV star has barely thought about romance since leaving the 'Today' show in January - but Hoda is now looking forward to the next "chapter" in her life. Hoda - who has Haley, eight, and Hope, six, with former partner Joel Schiffman - told People: "I've been really getting my sea legs. When it happens will be the time it's supposed to happen." Hoda is now looking forward to the future with optimism, admitting that she's open to finding someone new. The broadcaster - who was married to Burzis Kanga between 2005 and 2008 - said: "When things are supposed to end, they end. And when things are supposed to begin, they begin. "But you have to be wide open because if you're not, it's not happening. So I think that chapter is yet to come, but I know it's coming. And I'm excited for that chapter." Hoda left her role on the 'Today' show on January 10, and she subsequently announced plans to launch her own wellness app. During a conversation on 'The Kelly Clarkson Show', the host told Hoda: "I have to say though, ma'am, as soon as they told me you were not doing the 'Today' show, I was like, 'So what's that b**** doing?' "I was like, 'Because there's no way you're not doing anything.' You're me, you like problems, you like working." Hoda then admitted that she's determined to stay busy, before revealing her plans for her new wellness business. The TV host shared: "I like things, I do. "So, I kind of got hooked in the wellness space, like a couple of years ago. I started doing stuff that I thought seemed woo woo and weird, and then all of a sudden as I was doing it. I was like, 'Wait, I feel calmer, I feel better.'" Hoda has been busily "building" her new business venture over recent times, and she's convinced that it has huge potential. Hoda explained: "We can get together, do things that I love, and when you're done, it's not like going to Mexico with your girls, which is fun, but this is something that when you leave, you'll go like, 'Oh my gosh. I feel transformed. I feel different.' So I'm in the building process of that."
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Hoda Kotb keeps it real when pressed about future amid Kelly Clarkson rumors
Hoda Kotb is ready to put an end to the rumors. The 60-year-old 'Today' show legend returned to her roots on May 28 to talk with former co-hosts Craig Melvin and Savannah Guthrie about what she's been up to since leaving the show earlier this year. At one point during her visit, Melvin asked her to address rumors of what's next. 'People are seeing these articles, texting these things: Hoda's getting back in the business, Hoda's taking over for Kelly Clarkson, Hoda's doing daytime talk,' Melvin says to Kotb. 'What say you?' Kotb's reply shows just how much the 'Today' show means to her. 'I want to ask y'all a real question,' she replied. 'If I ever came back to TV, do you know where the only place I would ever come back to is? Right here. This is the spot. There's no place like home.' When asked if the rumors were 'done,' Kotb said, 'Delete, delete — not true.' Her comment comes amid speculation that Clarkson, who has hosted NBC's 'The Kelly Clarkson Show' since 2019, may be considering moving on from the show when her contract ends in 2026. The show recently celebrated its 1,000th episode on March 20. In light of the speculation, many people have been calling for NBC to announce Kotb as Clarkson's future replacement — including a producer for the show, who spoke with The Daily Mail a few days ago. 'Everyone loves Kelly,' the producer said, per the outlet. 'She's a wonderful person. But maybe Hoda would be a better boss. I know she's universally beloved and respected by her former coworkers.' The producer added that having Kotb onboard 'would be a lot more stable' than what they have now. 'If Kelly is unhappy, then she should move on. We would all understand,' the staffer added, per the Daily Mail. 'If Hoda wants to do it, it could be win-win for everyone.' Clarkson's future with NBC came under scrutiny in March when she was absent for a stretch of shows that saw Simu Liu, Wanda Sykes, Brooke Shields, Roy Wood Jr. and Willie Geist join as guest hosts. Clarkson has since returned to her role and is set to welcome Kotb as a guest on her show next week, per Page Six. Kotb, of course, stunned fans of the 'Today' show in September when she announced her decision to step away from her role at NBC in an effort to spend more time with her daughters, Haley Joy and Hope. The iconic host joined NBC in 1998 and quickly became a fan-favorite and beloved member of the team. Her final show aired on January 10 — and her visit on May 28 marked her first return since. She's now celebrating the launch of her new wellness venture, Joy 101, which she describes as a community designed to help people live more joyful, grounded, purposeful lives. The Joy 101 platform was officially launched on May 28. 'It's a retreat in your pocket,' she told Today of the new brand, which will include an app, website, live events, courses and a single-day tentpole event called Joy Fest planned for Spring 2026. She's also embracing a new mindset as she embarks on life at 60. 'My 60s have turned me into a beginner again, and I like that — a lot,' she added. 'It's like I'm doing things for the first time, and I love that. I want this decade to be about that — like, being a beginner, and not being embarrassed about being a beginner,' she continued. Kotb will be releasing her newest book, 'Jump and Find Joy: Embracing Change in Every Season of Life,' in September.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Hoda Kotb on ‘list' to take over Kelly Clarkson's talk show after ‘Today' exit
Hoda Kotb is being considered as a potential candidate to replace Kelly Clarkson amid rumors that the singer is exiting her eponymous NBC talk show. Kotb, who exited the 'Today' show in January, is on the network's list of names being thrown around as Clarkson's successor, an NBC insider exclusively told The Post Thursday. 'There's a long list of names and Hoda is part of that list,' the source said, adding, 'NBC never wanted Hoda to leave. The question is, would Hoda want to do it?' The insider claimed that NBC executives ideally want to replace Clarkson with someone who already has a fanbase and has a diverse background. 'Hoda ticks a lot of boxes. She's an Egyptian, older Kelly Clarkson,' the source said. The Post reported that 60-year-old Kotb, who had been with the network for more than two decades, is well-liked by the higher-ups and already has close relationships with executives. Meanwhile, Clarkson's contract expires next year — paving the way for a new host to take over if the 'Since You've Been Gone' singer resigns. It's unclear whether Clarkson will depart from her hosting gig, but her decision may fall on the success of her forthcoming ninth studio album, as well as her Las Vegas residency, both debuting this summer. 'If the album doesn't do well, she might want to keep her talk show,' the source explained. 'But she has a lot going on and the timing may be right for the next chapter.' While the insider did not share all the names being discussed as a replacement option, another source told The Post that Maria Shriver could also be in the running. Last month, Page Six exclusively reported that the 'American Idol' winner was looking to give up the anchor chair, leaving executives scrambling for a replacement. Rumors of Clarkson's plans to quit began swirling after she was absent from her show for nearly two weeks due to a 'personal matter.' Multiple sources told us at the time that Clarkson, 43, was ready to step away from her talk show, which debuted in 2019, to spend more time with her two kids: River Rose, 10, and son Remy, 8. 'Kelly's number one priority is her children, and they always will be,' an industry insider told us. 'The show is grueling. It's a whole lot of work, and I hear that Kelly would like to spend more time down South.' Clarkson, who hails from Texas and moved from Los Angeles to New York, returned to her show for her 1,000th episode, only to admit to viewers that she has felt 'alone.' The pop star's TV program has earned 22 Daytime Emmys and an average of 1.2 million viewers per day in the 2024-2025 season. This story was featured on a recent episode of , a daily morning show serving up the hottest celebrity headlines, exclusives, and behind-the-scenes buzz. Catch Danny, Evan and Ian chat with celebrity guests every weekday on SiriusXM from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. ET on Stars Ch. 109. SiriusXM service required. See Offer Details.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Stressed' Kelly Clarkson staffers fear show's sudden ‘collapse' as singer's uncertain TV future looms: report
Kelly Clarkson has reportedly made her eponymous talk show staffers fear for their jobs as rumors continue to swirl that she wants to quit her show. A producer on the 'Kelly Clarkson Show' talked to the Daily Mail on Monday about the general feeling of unease among staff members. 'Not feeling too stable,' the staffer alleged. 'She could bolt at any time. Where does that leave me?' The producer clarified that, although 'everyone loves Kelly' and is 'a wonderful person,' they would 'understand' if she wanted to leave because she's 'unhappy.' 'She should move on,' the source pointed out. The insider also addressed the possibility of 'Today' show alum Hoda Kotb taking over for the 'Behind These Hazel Eyes' singer. 'Maybe Hoda would be a better boss. I know she's universally beloved and respected by her former coworkers. Maybe she would be good. She sure would be a lot more stable than what we've been going through,' the producer said. 'If Hoda wants to do it, it could be win-win for everyone.' Reps for the show and Clarkson did not immediately return Page Six's request for comment. Back in March, Clarkson worried fans when she was absent from the show for over two weeks without any explanation. However, a source told TMZ at the time that the 'Since U Been Gone' singer, 43, was 'completely fine,' but had been 'dealing with a personal matter that does not directly involve her.' The undisclosed matter wasn't 'a cause for alarm.' In April, Page Six exclusively revealed she wanted to leave the show once her contract expires in 2026 to spend more time with daughter River Rose, 10, and son Remy, 8. 'Kelly's No. 1 priority is her children, and they always will be. The show is grueling. It's a whole lot of work, and I hear that Kelly would like to spend more time down South,' an industry insider told us, referencing her hometown of Fort Worth, Texas. Before moving to NYC for her show, Clarkson lived in Encino, Calif., and Montana with her two kids and now-ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock. Additionally, it seems like her decision to stay or leave will be based on the success of her upcoming ninth album and Las Vegas residency, which are both set to debut this summer. Amid the 'American Idol' winner's desires to leave and the uncertainty of the show, we revealed that NBC executives were willing to do anything to make her stay. But it seems like they have given up as they started to build a list of possible replacements, including their very own Kotb. 'There's a long list of names and Hoda is part of that list,' a source told The Post earlier this month. 'NBC never wanted Hoda to leave. The question is, would Hoda want to do it?' Kotb, 60, took a step back from NBC when she quit the 'Today' show in January after 26 years with the network to focus on her daughters. The insider claimed that execs want to replace Clarkson with someone who already has a fanbase and a diverse background. 'Hoda ticks a lot of boxes. She's an Egyptian, older Kelly Clarkson,' the source said. The 'Kelly Clarkson Show' has earned 22 Daytime Emmys and an average of 1.2 million viewers per day in the 2024-2025 season.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Hoda Kotb Just Addressed 'Kelly Clarkson Show' Rumors
Hoda Kotb is back on Today this week, where she's resumed her cohosting spot on Jenna & Friends—just for one morning. But, before she took her seat alongside Jenna Bush Hager, she sat down with her friends Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin for an interview. Hoda left the show in January after a 26-year career with NBC News. But during her appearance this morning, she took time to clear the air on a rumor that has been running rampant on social media. Namely, that she will be replacing Kelly Clarkson on her daytime talk show. Last week, celebrity gossip account DeuxMois reported that the change was coming and the announcement would be made soon. The unfounded report was bolstered by Kelly's unexplained absence from her talk show earlier this year and rumors that she was looking to leave once her contract was up. (Kelly has not spoken publicly on either of these matters.) But leave it to Hoda to set the record straight. When asked about the rumor, she said, "If I ever came back to TV, do you know where the only place I would ever come back to is? Right here. This is the spot. Delete, delete. It's not true." Craig chimed in with, "So the rumors are done." And Savannah added, "Just rumors, not true." View this post on Instagram A post shared by TODAY (@todayshow) Well, that settles that! Of course, that led some fans to comment that they want Hoda back on Today. They left comments like "Please come back 😭😭😭" and "Come on Hoda, we miss you terribly." We're glad to put this rumor to rest, although we were looking forward to a Hoda version of Kellyoke... You Might Also Like 70 Impressive Tiny Houses That Maximize Function and Style 30+ Paint Colors That Will Instantly Transform Your Kitchen
