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Katie Couric says ‘Today’ co-anchor Bryant Gumbel gave her ‘endless s – – t’ for going on maternity leave

Katie Couric accused Bryant Gumbel of having an “incredibly sexist attitude” about her maternity leave when they worked together on the “Today” show. Couric appeared Sunday on Bill Maher’s “Club Random” podcast where the host brought up Gumbel, whom he called a “friend” and a “guy’s guy.” “He’s a guy’s guy, you got that right,” Couric, 67, said with a giant smirk. “He was prickly, but, what a talent.
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Dylan Dreyer left shocked by Today guest's story – but Al Roker makes biggest impact
Dylan Dreyer and Al Roker, along with co-hosts Craig Melvin and Sheinelle Jones, sure seem glad that they are way past their dating days.After guest Jameela Jamil recounted a dating horror story that left the Today hosts shocked and speechless, they looked very grateful that their single days are over.The British actress is promoting her new podcast, Bad Dates, which features varying celebrities recount their "worst nights out," and in honor of the new series, she decided to tell her own bad dating story.WATCH: Today's Dylan Dreyer has heated debate live on air and co-stars reactMORE: Today faces another shake-up to show as Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb are absent againSpeaking with Al, Sheinelle, Craig and Dylan on Today's 3rd Hour, Jameela looked back not so fondly to her very first booty call, which was certainly not what she expected.Teasing quite the wild story, she first said: "Oh how do I tell this story again legally?" leaving the hosts on the edge of their seats.MORE: Hoda Kotb details difficult reality of daughter's health scare and impact on familyThen she recalled: "I had a man take several steps into my apartment on what was supposed to be my very first booty call."A post shared by TODAY (@todayshow)The Today stars couldn't believe Jameela's storyIt didn't take long for the night to take a turn for the worse, in fact only a few seconds, and she added: "He collapsed three steps in. He broke all of his front teeth.
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Savannah Guthrie speaks out with honest confession about relationship with co-star away from show
Today Show, Savannah Guthrie and her co-stars are more than just co-hosts, more than friends, they are family.The sentiment rings especially true for the host's relationship with Jenna Bush Hager, who though she only became a permanent part of the Today slate when she replaced Kathie Lee Gifford on what is now 4th Hour with Hoda and Jenna back in  2019, she had been contributing to Today and NBC for at least a decade before.Just last week, Savannah was there to support Jenna and celebrate her accomplishments, showing up for the 4th anniversary party of her book club, Read with Jenna. Their close bond is on full display in the cheeky video below.WATCH: Today's Jenna Bush Hager's video with Savannah Guthrie leaves some fans horrifiedMORE: Exclusive: Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush celebrate raising strong independent daughtersSpeaking with People about the bond that she and her co-star have – which has a foundation in their similar families – she said: "The core of our friendship and our kids' friendship is so strong."She explained that though Jenna recently moved out of the city and is now living in Connecticut, for the first years of both of their childrens' lives, they were neighbors, and both the hosts and their kids became closer than ever.MORE: Savannah Guthrie's emotional return to Today as she supports co-star on first day back"It was such a beautiful moment in time, those five, six, seven years that we were neighbors.
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Dylan Dreyer inundated with support following mistake live on-air - details
Dylan Dreyer is a seasoned meteorologist, and has been an anchor on NBC, more specifically the Today Show, for over ten years.However, even though she is more than used to having to put on her best face on-air – live – every day for millions of viewers, nobody is perfect, and after she had a slight stumble in the middle of a broadcast, she was flooded with support from fans and family members alike.Her husband, Brian Fichera, who she has been married to since 2012, especially made sure his wife didn't give the slip up a second thought, distracting her with a lovely flower arrangement, and a very fitting joke! You can see their playful dynamic in the video below.WATCH: Dylan Dreyer 'very upset' during on-air moment with husbandMORE: Dylan Dreyer's son is the best big brother in sweet moment that melts fans' heartsDylan took to Instagram to share how her husband had found the perfect way to cheer her up, sharing a photo of a vase full of pretty yellow flowers sitting on her kitchen counter.On it, Brian cheekily wrote: "It's just wodrs," purposely writing "words" wrong, a subtle nod to her on-air blunder.MORE: Today’s Dylan Dreyer's three sons are so grown up in new photos – fans in shock"How the cameraman tries to cheer me up after I stumbled through tonight's weather forecast!" she wrote in the caption, adding: "He totally gets me!"A post shared by Dylan Dreyer (@dylandreyernbc)Dylan's husband knew just what would cheer her upAs soon as she shared her husband's sweet gesture, fans were sure to follow in his footsteps, and flooded the comments section under the post with words of affirmation and loads of praise for her work.DISCOVER: GMA host Lara Spencer's husband has an eye-watering net worth 30x hersDISCOVER: Charlize
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Jenna Bush Hager gives update on Hoda Kotb's return as she praises her replacement Willie Geist
Hoda Kotb's time away from the Today Show is seemingly coming to an end soon, according to her co-star Jenna Bush Hager.The former is going on almost two weeks of being off from the popular morning show, her last appearance was a pre-taped President's Day show on Monday, February 21st.After fans kept urging for an answer on her whereabouts, on Wednesday Craig Melvin revealed a "family health matter" was behind Hoda's absence, and now her 4th Hour co-star has given another, hopeful, update.WATCH: Hoda Kotb reveals daughter's reaction to becoming a big sisterMORE: All we know about Hoda Kotb's Today Show replacement, Tom LlamasAs Jenna walked on stage for March 2nd's installment of 4th Hour with Hoda and Jenna, she walked out next to Hoda's occasional replacement, Willie Geist, who typically hosts Sunday Today.As she made her way towards her usual spot on the news desk, she announced: "We have Willie, he is in for Hoda, who will be back very, very soon," she promised.MORE: Today Show star Hoda Kotb reveals true opinion on Prince HarryShe went on to praise her temporary co-host for adapting to his new role so seamlessly, telling him: "Can I just say, because you've been here for the last two weeks off and on, your range, going from Morning Joe, to here…" getting a prompt round of applause from the crew working behind the scenes.A post shared by TODAY (@todayshow)Hoda's co-star gave a long-awaited update on Wednesday"It's just really incredible," Jenna added, and Willie praised the show in return, telling her: "This show is a breath of fresh air, I love it here."DISCOVER: T.J.
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Savannah Guthrie surprises fans as she finds way around promise to quit Instagram
Savannah Guthrie already abandoned her decision to quit Instagram? Her fans almost thought so.In honor of Lent – which starts with Ash Wednesday and lasts for 40 days – the Today star decided to take a break from Instagram.However, on the very day the 40-day period starts, the star took fans by surprise by sharing a photo on the very app she had promised to quit.WATCH: Savannah Guthrie reveals 'tragedy' as eight-year-old daughter gets her hands on makeup paletteMORE: Inside Michael Strahan’s public fall out with former co-star Kelly RipaOn Wednesday, shortly after her daily Today broadcast, Savannah – or so fans thought – shared a photo to her account of a little accident she had while greeting fans outside NBC's studio 1A on Today Plaza.A close-up of Savannah's shoes, she was wearing black leather mules, revealed that the Today host had accidentally stepped on a minty green wad of chewed up gum.MORE: GMA's Amy Robach's former stepson shares glimpse inside incredible homeAnother photo sees some of her co-stars, including Sheinelle Jones and Al Roker, reacting with a grossed out face to their co-host's misstep.A post shared by Savannah Guthrie (@savannahguthrie)The star couldn't help but share her oops"Gum on the shoe on the plaza - too good not to post!" the caption read, before revealing that as much as Savannah wanted to share the photo, to keep true to her Lent promise, she had her team post it instead.MORE: The Rookie star Nathan Fillion inundated with fan messages after falling illMORE: Heidi Klum's son looks identical to famous dad Seal in rare childhood photo"Savannah says hi everybody and she is 'sticking' to the Instagram fast for Lent!" they cheekily added, maintaining that the mom-of-two hadn't broken her pact
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Dylan Dreyer shares glimpse of Italian family vacation amid multiple reasons to celebrate
Dylan Dreyer's household, and she is going abroad to do so!MORE: Dylan Dreyer's infectious video of baby Rusty sends fans into overdriveThe star updated fans all the way from Rome, Italy, where she is celebrating, not one, not two but three special family occasions with her husband, his family, and the couple's children.The Fichera-Dreyer bunch is living it up for their birthdays, anniversaries, and milestones, and it looks as extravagant as it is heartfelt.WATCH: Dylan Dreyer's sweet baby video will be the best thing you'll watch all dayMORE: Dylan Dreyer shares surprising pool photo after a very long weekThe Today anchor took to Instagram to share a glimpse from her Italian vacation, sharing the sweetest of family portraits with all of the people in their family they were honoring.The adorable family photo sees them on the iconic Spanish Steps, and it features Dylan and her husband Brian Fichera, who are celebrating their ten year anniversary, with their children, Calvin, Oliver, and Russell, who just turned one.It also includes Brian's parents, who are simultaneously celebrating a whopping fifty years of marriage as well as their 70th birthdays.A post shared by Dylan Dreyer (@dylandreyernbc)How adorable!"A family trip to Rome turned out to be a great idea!" the NBC host said, as they are all seen smiling ear to ear in the vacation snapshot.MORE: Dylan Dreyer wows in strapless gown as she unveils glamorous transformationMORE: Dylan Dreyer and kids prepare for a difficult goodbye as her mom heads home after summer of funShe added: "So many reasons to celebrate: Rusty turned 1, @fishlense and I celebrating 10 years, my in laws celebrating their 70th birthdays and 50 years of marriage!"A post shared by Dylan Dreyer
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Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb set to appear in new network outside of Today for special reunion
Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie may be longtime staples over on the Today Show, but their latest project takes them to an entirely different network.MORE: Savannah Guthrie shares glamorous new selfie from backstage at TodayIt seems when Andy Cohen calls, you move over to Bravo, and the two are set to appear together at BravoCon 2022.However, while Andy may be the brains behind Bravo's most exciting drama and blow-out reunions, now it's his turn to get grilled.WATCH: Savannah Guthrie shares interaction with King Charles III in videoMORE: Jenna Bush Hager shares heartfelt message to Today co-star Savannah GuthrieThe two Today stars are putting the fellow host on the hot seat, and are set to moderate the "Ask Andy" panel during Bravo's three-day fan convention next month.The event, which makes its highly anticipated return on 14 October, will run through the 16th, and it is the first time it returns to New York City following a two-year hiatus due to pandemic related restrictions.The network previously announced that the event, which in 2019 sold out in under a minute, will feature "various cast and executive producer panels, interactive photo opportunities and exclusive sneak-peek screenings of upcoming highly anticipated series." Andy better get ready!The two are clearly back in action and ready to work, on Today and beyond, after a summer full of busy vacations and time apart.
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Jenna Bush Hager shares heartfelt message to Today co-star Savannah Guthrie
Jenna Bush Hager and Savannah Guthrie are friendship goals! The Today stars are incredibly close, and have a fun friendship both on and off camera.MORE: Al Roker and wife Deborah Roberts in disbelief over son Nick: 'How did this happen?'Most recently, Jenna made sure she knew Savannah was in her thoughts after it was announced that Roger Federer was retiring from professional tennis.Savannah is a huge tennis fan and many of her fans were quick to send their support her way after she shared several tribute messages to Roger on her Instagram account.VIDEO: Today's Jenna Bush Hager's rise to fameJenna replied to one of the posts: "How are you?? I’ve been thinking about you all day," alongside a love heart emoji.MORE: Hoda Kotb shares heartfelt message to Savannah Guthrie as they embrace in sweet photoMORE: Savannah Guthrie wows in stylish swimsuit photo with a twist during evening by the poolSavannah and Jenna are incredibly close and have even been on vacation with each other and their families in the past.Jenna recently opened up about their friendship while chatting to HELLO!, revealing that the TV star often looks after her kids - who attend the same school.She said: "I am so lucky to work with this group of extraordinary moms. We all have kids who are similar ages so it's been really fun and kind of wild.
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Hoda Kotb's tearful reaction to Sheryl Lee Ralph's Emmy win revealed
Hoda Kotb shed tears of joy on Monday when she viewed the Emmys from her home and witnessed a historic moment. The Today show star admitted she was left "sobbing" after Sheryl Lee Ralph's win for best supporting actress in a comedy series for Abbot Elementary. MORE: Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie revel in Today reunion as they share BTS photosShe became only the second Black winner in that category for her work on the ABC show. WATCH: Hoda Kotb's family life - all we know Hoda recorded the moment airing on TV when Sheryl collected her award and broke into song.The mom-of-two then shared it on Instagram and captioned the clip: "Sobbing! @thesherylleeralph this is YOUR TIME @abbottelemabc."MORE: Hoda Kotb's swimsuit-clad polar plunge sends co-host Jenna Bush Hager into a 'tizzy'MORE: Hoda Kotb's decision to spend time with her family over the summer is so relatableShe received a standing ovation for her acceptance speech when she sang the chorus  from Dianne Reeves' Endangered Species.A post shared by Hoda Kotb (@hodakotb)Hoda said she was hugely emotional watching Sheryl's Emmy win "I am an endangered species, but I sing no victims' songs. I am a woman, I am an artist, and I know where voice belongs," she sang, leaving the audience shocked and silent.Hoda's fans commented on her post, writing: "Best Acceptance Speech Ever," and, "that's awesome.
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Hoda Kotb's decision to spend time with her family over the summer is so relatable
Hoda Kotb is one of Today's much-loved hosts and has a mass of fans around the United States.MORE: Today's Hoda Kotb's difficult career goodbye revealedThe TV star loves her job and enjoys working alongside her co-stars, but over the summer she has made the decision to spend more time at home.Taking time off work has resulted in Hoda being able to be with her two young daughters, Haley and Hope, who she shares with ex-fiancé Joel Schiffman.VIDEO: A look at Hoda Kotb's family lifeThe star has cut back her hours for the summer to spend time at her home in New York State, close to the beach.MORE: Hoda Kotb surprises Jenna Bush Hager with worrying confession about her eyesightMORE: Hoda Kotb reveals exciting new venture away from Today ShowHowever, it is likely that when the summer draws to an end, Hoda will be back to her regular work schedule alongside Savannah Guthrie - who has also taken a lot of time off over the summer to be with her young children, Vale and Charles.Hoda worships every second she has with her children, having recently opened up about the realities of being an older mom. Hoda Kotb is taking time off Today to spend quality time with her childrenIn an interview with People, the NBC star explained: "They're [Haley and Hope] going to have each other forever, and that's what really fills me to the top.
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Craig Melvin near tears as he prepares for daughter starting kindergarten
Craig Melvin is a devoted family man and so it was more than understandable that he was slightly overwhelmed when he opened up about his daughter on Today this week.MORE: Today's Craig Melvin talks friendship with Savannah Guthrie and Al Roker - exclusiveThe Today star was discussing a big family change in his household with his co-stars, revealing that his five-year-old daughter Sibby was starting kindergarten on Tuesday."Are you getting choked up?" Sheinelle Jones asked the star, to which he replied: "No I am not, I had something in my throat." "You are!" she replied.VIDEO: Craig Melvin details heartbreaking personal journey involving his father"I'm glad you're not here tomorrow you would be a mess!" Sheinelle added, as Dylan Dreyer told her friend and co-star: "Wait until that bus stop, you're going to be a mush."MORE: Al Roker in disbelief over son Nick's big changeMORE: Inside Savannah Guthrie's home life with her children and husbandCraig shares children Delano, who was born in 2014, and Sybil 'Sibby', who was born in 2016, with wife Lindsay Czarniak. The couple met when they were both working at NBC4 in 2008 and tied the knot in 2011.Craig loves nothing more than being a father and opened up about being a dad-of-two in a blog post for People shortly after his daughter's arrival.A post shared by TODAY (@todayshow)Craig Melvin opened up on Today about his daughter Sibby's big move to kindergarten"Paternity leave has also given me the chance to reflect on priorities.
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Savannah Guthrie shows support for co-star Hoda Kotb in the sweetest way
Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb work closely together and have formed a strong bond as a result.MORE: Hoda Kotb's heartbreaking day after co-star's exitAnd this week, Savannah made a sweet revelation about her co-anchor, after Hoda graced the cover of People magazine.The mother-of-two was incredibly proud of her friend, who opened up to the publication about her personal life and family.VIDEO: Inside Savannah Guthrie's family life Hoda was on the front cover with her two young daughters, Haley and Hope, and her work friend wanted to make sure she had some copies to keep.MORE: Savannah Guthrie shares on-air tribute following devastating newsMORE: Hoda Kotb overcome with emotion after heartwarming reunion on TodayAfter the radio host shared a picture of the magazine cover on Instagram, Savannah wrote: "I bought the rest of the copies that Sami didn’t grab lolz," referring to Hoda's mom.In the interview, Hoda spoke about being a single mother and her close bond with ex-fiancé Joel Schiffman, who she said was a brilliant father.A post shared by Hoda Kotb (@hodakotb)Savannah Guthrie had the sweetest response to her co-star Hoda Kotb's big cover star momentShe also opened up about her fears as an older mother, having first adopted her oldest daughter, Haley, at the age of 52 back in 2017.MORE: Today's Craig Melvin talks friendship with Savannah Guthrie and Al Roker - exclusiveMORE: Inside Savannah Guthrie's incredible home in ManhattanShe told the publication: "They're [Haley and Hope] going to have each other forever, and that's what really fills me to the top. Because any older parent knows one of our secret fears is that we won't be there for milestones.
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