Hoda Kotb, Craig Melvin and Today

Craig Melvin thought Hoda Kotb was being ‘forced out’ of $8M-a-year ‘Today’ gig: ‘No one leaves these jobs on their own’
“I was like, ‘Are they forcing you out?’ She’s like, ‘No Craig, I’m OK. I’m leaving,’” he recalled. “I was legit stunned, so much so that after she left, I went back to her dressing room, and I was like, ‘Are you sure you’re OK?’ It takes a certain kind of courage to leave anything when you’re at the height of your game.”
Craig Melvin Asked Hoda Kotb If She Was ‘Sick’ After Learning of Her ‘Today’ Exit
New Today cohost Craig Melvin initially thought Hoda Kotb might be sick when she pulled him aside to tell him she was stepping down from the NBC morning show. "My dressing room is two over from hers,
Craig Melvin Asked Hoda Kotb ‘Are They Forcing You Out?’ Before ‘Today’ Show Exit
Craig Melvin revealed he questioned Hoda Kotb about whether she chose to leave 'Today' when he learned of her exit from the NBC morning show
Craig Melvin Cries as He Reads Encouraging Letter from Hoda Kotb During First Broadcast as Today Co-Anchor
Craig Melvin made his debut co-anchoring the 'Today' show with Savannah Guthrie on Monday, Jan. 13, after taking over the role from Hoda Kotb.
Where is Hoda Kotb? Craig Melvin kicks off 'Today' show hosting gig
Melvin began his new role by telling audiences how grateful and excited he was to sit in the host seat. Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. "You've sat there so many times but this morning is special.
Craig Melvin Jokes He'll Only Retire From 'Today' When They 'Wheel Me Out of This Place' (Exclusive)
They will have to come in with boxes and security and say, you're done,' Melvin joked while exclusively chatting with Parade ...
Craig Melvin's first week in photos — and the moments behind the images
Dressed in a navy suit and yellow tie that his wife and kids picked out for the occasion, Craig stands at the TODAY desk ...
Craig Melvin Emotionally Reflects on Landing“ Today”'s Top Anchor Seat: 'This Is a Gift and It's Not Lost on Me' (Exclusive)
The NBC newsman is taking over the position from longtime 'Today' anchor Hoda Kotb Craig Melvin admits he’s generally not an ...
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The reason Craig Melvin dedicated his first day as co-anchor of ‘Today’ to his parents
Craig Melvin has officially taken the helm of his new role as a co-anchor of NBC’s “Today” show. But not before thanking his mom and dad. The 45-year-old TV anchor closed his sentimental ...
Craig Melvin reveals the secret that helps him avoid oversleeping
It’s a familiar routine for Craig, who joined the TODAY team in 2018 and is well-accustomed to early mornings. But since ...
Today's Craig Melvin Reveals the Surprising 'Weird' Hobby That Brings Him Joy: 'I Sound Like a Freak' (Exclusive)
Today's new co-anchor Craig Melvin opens up in this week's PEOPLE cover story about the new hobby that he can't stop gushing about.
Savannah Guthrie Returns to ‘Today’ 1 Day After Craig Melvin Said She ‘Decided to Bail’
Savannah Guthrie made her return to Today after missing an episode of the show during Craig Melvin’s first week as her ...
Craig recalls ‘full-circle’ moment when future wife Lindsay called date night early to appear on Savannah’s show
Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin recall how his wife, Lindsay Czarniak, once had to call a date early so she could be on ...