· Big names are reportedly lining up for a spot next to Jenna Bush Hager on the fourth hour of NBC’s Today show.
· Since Hoda Kotb exited the role back in January, the show has been temporarily renamed “Today with Jenna and Friends,” with a rotating crew of celeb co-hosts like Taraji P. Henson, Keke Palmer, Eva Longoria, Ciara, Scarlett Johansson, and Wynonna Judd.
· So who’s throwing their name in for the permanent gig? According to Page Six, stars like Andy Cohen, Dwyane Wade, and Tyra Banks have all shown interest.
· Yes—that kind of variety.
· While it’s not the highest-paid job in morning TV (the co-host reportedly makes around $5 million—chump change compared to the main anchors), insiders say the role is known for giving careers a serious glow-up.
· Just look at what it did for Hoda and even Kathie Lee Gifford!
· And Jenna? She’s taken her spot and turned it into a powerhouse position in publishing with her Read with Jenna book club.
· So the big question now is who will be Jenna’s permanent partner-in-crime?
· And do you think they’ll keep the “Friends” part?