Scarlett Johansson Joins Jenna Bush Hager As Co-Host on Today After Hoda Kotb’s Exit: ‘It’s Just a Wild Dream’

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On Tuesday, January 21st, Scarlett Johansson is set to join Jenna and friends as a guest co-host on Today’s show, filling in for Hoda Kotb as they navigate the transition following her departure.

Jenna Bush Hager is delighted about Johansson joining the show, describing her as a long-time favorite and expressing admiration for Johansson’s impressive career. In an interview with People, Bush Hager exclaimed, “Scarlett [Johansson] is royalty! I’ve been captivated by her films since time immemorial. The Girl with a Pearl Earring, that demonstrates my love for reading as a lifelong bookworm. She too shares this passion for literature, which will make our conversations truly enjoyable.

43-year-old star of Today, also discussed their shared passion for reading and similar family dynamics: they both have twin siblings and daughters close in age. Johansson’s daughter, Rose, is ten years old, while Bush Hager’s daughter, Mila, is eleven.

Bush Hager was thrilled that Johansson decided to spend a week on the show, given that she’s a major star in Hollywood with a packed schedule. In her own words, Johansson’s choice to be part of the show highlights its popularity and success.

Johansson will soon grace our screens as the host on a daytime program, and Bush Hager couldn’t contain her excitement! She expressed that it seems like a surreal dream, but the fact that Johansson is choosing to spend a week with us instead of doing other things, speaks volumes about the caliber of our show. She simply can’t wait for this incredible opportunity!

As Johansson’s anticipated appearance on Today with Jenna & Friends approaches, the show will feature a rotating cast of guest stars including Taraji P. Henson, Eva Longoria, and Keke Palmer. The program debuts on January 13 and airs weekdays at 7 a.m. Eastern Time on NBC.

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2025-01-11 11:07