TODAY host Hoda Kotb has given fans a major update on her dating life after being spotted out in New York City with a mystery man.
The 59-year-old split from fiancé Joel Schiffman, 65, in 2022 but is now moving on with someone new – and her co-star begged for details on air.
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Hoda Kotb opened up about her dating life on the Today show on WednesdayCredit: NBC
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The U.S. Sun exclusively captured photos last week of Hoda out with a mystery manCredit: Wise Owl – Commissioned by The US Sun Digital edition
On Wednesday, Hoda played a game of Never Have I Ever during a pre-taped new episode of Today With Hoda & Jenna.
Jenna Bush Hager, 42, had the day off, but Saturday co-anchor Laura Jarrett, 40, filled in for the absent host.
She grilled Hoda about her love life after the Oklahoma native revealed she recently went on a blind date.
“Wait, wait, wait. How did that go?” Laura enthusiastically asked.
Hoda revealed that Jenna had set it up, and the guy was someone Jenna knew through another friend.
ROMANTIC STROLL
Last week, Hoda was spotted with a mystery man in photos exclusively obtained by The U.S. Sun.
It’s unclear if this is the same man Hoda mentioned on the show, but they appeared to be enjoying each other’s company as they strolled down the street.
Hoda wore tight blue jeans, an orange top, and a tan puffer jacket, and her short layered brunette locks flowed straight down.
Her date looked dressed to impress in blue pants, a white collared shirt, and a suit jacket.
Hoda previously admitted that she was expecting a third date with a man her co-host introduced her to.
Today’s Hoda Kotba admits she felt ‘dead on her feet’ from stress during daughter Hope’s ‘scary’ health crisis
In an interview with People, the Today host explained her newfound relationship was a “setup,” which was her preferred dating method.
“I like that a little bit better than random person number three,” the mom of two noted.
Hoda didn’t give any additional hints about who her date was or if he was a public figure.
HOPE’S HEALTH CONCERNS
The TV star has primarily focused on her family since her breakup from Joel, with whom she shares her two adopted daughters, Haley Joy, 7, and Hope Catherine, 4.
Last year, their youngest, Hope, suffered a terrifying health scare that landed her in the Intensive Care Unit for nearly a week, in which Hoda stayed by her side.
As a result, Hoda was absent from Today for some time while her co-hosts held down the fort.
“It was a scary time. I’m learning a lot about myself,” the journalist told The U.S. Sun about the incident.
“I’m learning my daughters are stronger than I ever imagined; I’m learning my capacity to love her has grown; I learned my older daughter is a better big sister than I could have ever imagined, and I also learned not to put my worry on her.”
Hoda continued, “Kids are little and they don’t need scary-eyed mom looking at them like, ‘Are you OK?’
“So I try really hard not to put my worry on her – but Hope is doing well.”
BEACH GETAWAY
The children’s book author seems to be taking a much-needed break from her work and home life responsibilities as she and her co-host Savannah Guthrie, 52, were absent from Today for “personal reasons” the last two days.
On Tuesday, Hoda shared a photo on Instagram of her gorgeous view while seemingly on vacation at the beach.
She didn’t disclose her location but included a red heart emoji in her caption.
Fans applauded the host in the comments for taking the “well-deserved” getaway following a challenging year.
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Hoda and her supposed date appeared to be enjoying each other’s company as they strolled down a New York City streetCredit: Wise Owl – Commissioned by The US Sun Digital edition
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Hoda previously admitted to People magazine that she was planning a third date with a man she was ‘set up’ withCredit: Wise Owl – Commissioned by The US Sun Digital edition
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Hoda has been absent from Today this week as she’s been seemingly relaxing on a beach getaway
