Jenna Bush Hager Reacts to Craig Melvin's Confession
Jenna Bush Hager had a funny reaction when Today anchor and Jenna & Friends guest co-host Craig Melvin revealed he had never watched her show—and his explanation was understandable.
Craig Melvin's Admission
During the November 3 episode, 46-year-old Craig Melvin admired the studio's vibrant setup and casually said,
“You know, I’ve never seen the show.”
Jenna’s Response
Surprised by Craig's admission, Jenna, 43, who shares children Mila (12), Poppy (10), and Hal (6) with husband Henry Hager, turned to him and exclaimed,
“That is so rude! Did you just hear him say he’s never watched the show?”
Craig’s Explanation
Craig, who replaced Hoda Kotb earlier this year as co-anchor of the Today flagship slot alongside Savannah Guthrie, clarified he isn’t deliberately avoiding Jenna’s segment.
- “No, because I’m usually in transit,” he explained.
- Jenna pointed out, “But here’s the thing about it. It’s a full hour.”
Craig acknowledged her point and said,
“I know, I could probably watch some of it.”
Background Information
This episode marked Craig’s first time co-hosting Jenna’s fourth-hour slot, though Jenna has been a frequent guest on the earlier Today show segments over the years. Craig has been part of the Today show since 2018.
Summary: Jenna Bush Hager humorously confronted Craig Melvin after he admitted never watching her show, highlighting their busy schedules and revealing a genuine, playful moment between co-hosts.