Hoda Kotb Discusses Personal Struggles Behind Her Departure from ‘Today’

Hoda Kotb Discusses Personal Struggles Behind Her Departure from ‘Today’

Hoda Kotb, the esteemed host of NBC’s “The Today Show,” recently opened up about the profound reasons behind her decision to leave the program earlier this year. The talented journalist returned as a guest on Wednesday, marking her first appearance since exiting the show in January.

During this candid discussion, Kotb revealed that her daughter, Hope, who is just six years old, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. This unexpected diagnosis has significantly impacted Kotb’s life, prompting her to reassess her career priorities.

Kotb, aged 60, emphasized that spending quality time with both of her daughters, including her older child Haley, aged 8, played a crucial role in her choice to step back from her role on