Hoda Kotb, cohost of the Today show, took a trip to Bermuda with Jenna Bush Hager to film special episodes for Mother’s Day. The pair were excited for their “Bermuda bash” and planned to soak in the sun, enjoy the nightlife, go shopping, and indulge in some delicious food. The Bermuda episodes, sponsored by The Loren Hotels, were set to air on Thursday, May 9, and Friday, May 10, featuring celebrity guests and highlighting Bermudian artists and community heroes.
This trip to Bermuda was not the first time Kotb and Bush Hager had taken their show on the road. Earlier this year, they celebrated their fifth cohosting anniversary in New Orleans. Kotb expressed her gratitude for the experiences she had on the show and the people she had met along the way. Despite her absence from the Today show during these special trips, Kotb’s cohosts, including Al Roker, Craig Melvin, Carson Daly, Sheinelle Jones, and Dylan Dreyer, stepped up to fill in for her and the other missing stars.
Before heading to Bermuda, Kotb revealed that she was about to hop on a flight and shared a photo of a book by Bonnie Hammer, a legend in the TV business and one of her trusted mentors. Kotb credited Hammer with guiding her career and shaping her into the person she is today. The book, 15 Lies Women Are Told at Work, featured lessons that Kotb had learned from Hammer and was highly recommended by the cohosts.
During the Bermuda trip, Kotb and Bush Hager surprised a mother-daughter duo by revealing that they would be flown to Bermuda as well. The special episodes filmed in Bermuda showcased the beauty of the island and highlighted local artists and community heroes. Kotb and Bush Hager were thrilled to share this experience with their viewers and bring a piece of Bermuda to the Today show audience. The trip was a chance for the cohosts to bond, explore new surroundings, and create memorable moments together.
Kotb’s absence from the Today show for the Bermuda trip was a temporary one, and she was expected to return to the show once the special episodes had aired. Her cohosts, along with guest hosts, filled in for her during her absence, ensuring that the show ran smoothly and continued to provide its usual mix of news, entertainment, and insightful discussions. Kotb’s dedication to her work, her passion for storytelling, and her collaborations with her fellow cohosts have made her a beloved figure on the Today show and a respected journalist in the industry.
