Craig Melvin Admits to Never Watching Jenna Bush Hager's Hour on 'Today'
On Monday, November 3, Craig Melvin guest co-hosted Today with Jenna & Friends for the first time. During the show, Melvin made a startling confession: he had never actually watched the program before joining as a co-host.
Melvin's Surprising Admission
Craig Melvin, who became a co-anchor on Today after replacing Hoda Kotb in January, commented on the set, saying, “This is a nice set. You know, I’ve never seen the show.”
“That is so rude!” Jenna Bush Hager responded, surprised by his admission.
Melvin explained his absence from the show's fourth hour by saying, “Well, because we’re just getting off” and added, “No, because I’m usually in transit, but this is nice.”
Jenna Bush Hager's Reaction
Bush Hager pressed the point further:
“Did you just hear him say he’s never watched the show?”
She also emphasized the show's structure, stating, “Here’s the thing about it. It’s a full hour.”
Melvin agreed, admitting, “I know, I could probably watch some of it.”
About the Show and Hosts
- Craig Melvin served as Jenna Bush Hager’s 58th guest host on Today with Jenna & Friends.
- Melvin is 46 years old; Hager is 43.
- The show airs as the fourth hour of the Today program.
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Summary: Craig Melvin admitted on-air to never having watched Jenna Bush Hager’s hour of Today before guest co-hosting, sparking a playful yet pointed exchange with Hager.
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