Hoda Kotb is the new Kelly Clarkson? Nope, but she spills other secrets in ‘Today’ return

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Is it possible that Hoda Kotb will take over as a talk-show host, leading to “Hoda in the Afternoon”, a role she has been previously speculated for? However, any such rumors were debunked when Hoda returned to “Today” for the first time since her departure in January.

Kotb posed a genuine question to her former colleagues: “Suppose I were to return to TV, can you guess where I would only ever come back to? It’s right here; this is the place.” Craig Melvin had initially brought up the speculation about her potential comeback.

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As a dedicated film enthusiast, I found myself absent from my usual spot on the ‘Today’ show on NBC this past week, as my precious little one underwent treatment for an unspecified health issue in the hospital.

“Delete, not true,” she said of the Clarkson rumor.

Is it true that Kotb decided to step away from “Today” partly to care for her six-year-old daughter Hope, who was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes approximately two years ago? This condition, also referred to as juvenile diabetes because it’s commonly detected in childhood, is actually an autoimmune disorder that can affect adults too.

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Approximately two years back, Hope developed some health problems as she mentioned. Now, due to her condition not allowing her pancreas to produce insulin naturally, she must administer synthetic insulin regularly in order to maintain her wellbeing.

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As a passionate film enthusiast, I can’t contain my excitement as I prepare to make history! This week, at the tender age of 11, I, Alisa Perales, will proudly wear my graduation cap and gown, marking me as the youngest graduate ever from Crafton Hills College in Yucaipa. This is a moment I’ve worked hard for, and I can hardly wait to walk across that stage!

In simpler terms, she explained to Melvin and Savannah Guthrie that if someone has a child with Type 1 diabetes, they are always on the lookout, checking, and monitoring their condition. This is because it requires constant attention, even for young children. She added that this level of vigilance can be quite distracting, especially when she was at her previous job.

Kotb compared hope to an ordinary child, with the exception that it requires a bit more attention during meal times, as well as occasional overnight care.

Since being present for her daughter was no longer up for debate, as she shared with People in an article published on Wednesday, it meant that “Today” shows were now a thing of the past. No more early-morning alarms buzzing at 3:15 a.m. anymore.

Currently, she wakes up as late as 4:30 every morning. Additionally, she has recently introduced a brand-new wellness initiative called Joy 101. Yet, her kids continue to be her top priority.

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As a film critic, I’d rephrase it like this: “In a recent turn of events, the court has given 50 Cent the green light to claim a former executive’s residence as part of a settlement reached over alleged embezzlement from his spirits company, Sire Spirits. This is just another chapter in the ongoing saga of the rapper-turned-businessman.

She shared that it was important for her to be present to care for [Hope], so if there’s ever an instance where Hope requires assistance, even if it happens repeatedly, especially during the night, she is always ready and awake.

I wouldn’t ever want Hope to think that my leaving my job was solely due to her. While there were other factors involved, if you consider the overall picture, it certainly played a role in my decision.

In 2017, Kotb, who was then 60 years old, along with her former fiancé Joel Schiffman, adopted a daughter named Haley. They welcomed another child, Hope, into their family in 2019. Despite parting ways in 2022, they continue to maintain a friendly relationship and share the responsibilities of co-parenting.

According to Kotb, she expressed to People that “our little girl is full of joy, health, energy, and wonder, and we must be vigilant. While diabetes is a component of her life, it’s not the essence of who she is. I hope it molds her experiences, but never restricts her identity.

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2025-05-29 02:31