Craig Melvin Admits to Never Watching Jenna Bush Hager's Hour of 'Today' While Co-Hosting
Craig Melvin guest-hosted on Today with Jenna & Friends for the first time on Monday, Nov. 3. During his debut as co-host, he surprising admitted that he had never actually watched the show before.
Melvin’s Admission and Jenna Bush Hager’s Reaction
As Melvin, 46, joined Jenna Bush Hager at the round table, he commented, This is a nice set. You know, I’ve never seen the show.
Bush Hager, 43, quickly responded, That is so rude!
“That is so rude!”
— Jenna Bush Hager reacting to Melvin’s admission
Melvin explained that his unfamiliarity with the show was due to his busy schedule, saying, Well, because we’re just getting off [a flight],
and insisted, No, because I’m usually in transit, but this is nice.
Bush Hager pressed further, highlighting, Here’s the thing about it. It’s a full hour.
Melvin then agreed, I know, I could probably watch some of it.
Context
- Craig Melvin replaced Hoda Kotb as Today co-anchor in January.
- He served as Bush Hager’s 58th guest host on Today with Jenna & Friends.
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Author's summary: Craig Melvin humorously admitted to never having watched Jenna Bush Hager’s hour of Today while guest-hosting, sparking a playful on-air exchange between the co-hosts.