NBC Names Philly Native Sheinelle Jones Permanent Co-Host for 'Today' Show's Final Hour
Sheinelle Jones, a longtime television personality from Philadelphia, has been officially named the permanent co-host of NBC's 'Today' show's final hour. In January, Hoda Kotb left her position on the program, leading to a brief experiment with dozens of guest co-hosts. The show's chemistry with Jenna Bush Hager was deemed crucial in making this new format work.
Jones tested her collaboration with Bush Hager during a guest stint earlier this year. Her appointment marks a significant milestone for the 47-year-old native Philadelphian. Jones' journalism career began with NBC in 2014, when she hosted 'Weekend Today.' She transitioned to weekday shows in 2019 and is also the host of 'Wild Child,' an interactive nature show targeting children.
Following her husband's diagnosis with brain cancer last year, Jones temporarily left NBC to care for him. Unfortunately, he passed away in May, prompting her return to work. Her journey from a wide-eyed youngster to becoming a prominent television personality has been marked by perseverance and dedication.
In an exclusive interview on Tuesday's broadcast, Jones expressed her gratitude toward NBC and Bush Hager. She described this new chapter in the show as "beyond my wildest dreams." After graduating from Northwestern University, Jones built a successful career in journalism at local stations before joining 'Good Day Philadelphia.'
Sheinelle Jones, a longtime television personality from Philadelphia, has been officially named the permanent co-host of NBC's 'Today' show's final hour. In January, Hoda Kotb left her position on the program, leading to a brief experiment with dozens of guest co-hosts. The show's chemistry with Jenna Bush Hager was deemed crucial in making this new format work.
Jones tested her collaboration with Bush Hager during a guest stint earlier this year. Her appointment marks a significant milestone for the 47-year-old native Philadelphian. Jones' journalism career began with NBC in 2014, when she hosted 'Weekend Today.' She transitioned to weekday shows in 2019 and is also the host of 'Wild Child,' an interactive nature show targeting children.
Following her husband's diagnosis with brain cancer last year, Jones temporarily left NBC to care for him. Unfortunately, he passed away in May, prompting her return to work. Her journey from a wide-eyed youngster to becoming a prominent television personality has been marked by perseverance and dedication.
In an exclusive interview on Tuesday's broadcast, Jones expressed her gratitude toward NBC and Bush Hager. She described this new chapter in the show as "beyond my wildest dreams." After graduating from Northwestern University, Jones built a successful career in journalism at local stations before joining 'Good Day Philadelphia.'
. remember when tv hosts were supposed to be super serious and not too flashy? sheinelle jones is like the ultimate embodiment of that, but with so much more charm & personality 
. it's cool how she started from local stations and worked her way up... reminds me of my own journey with this channel 
. anyway, i'm stoked for her to have a permanent spot on 'today' - the show needs some extra warmth & energy 
. and can we talk about hoda kotb leaving? it was like the end of an era 
. but jenna bush hager is still killing it, so i'm all for this new setup 
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so sheinelle jones is the new permanent co-host of the today show's final hour and i am SO here for it!!! 
i mean, i loved her on wild child too! but this is a major step up for her career and i'm glad nbc gave her a chance. i feel bad she had to leave due to her husband's illness tho 
anyhoo, can't wait to see what she brings to the show! 
. It's amazing how far Sheinelle has come from her early days as a young journalist in Philly to becoming a permanent co-host of Today. 
I'm glad NBC is giving her this opportunity, she totally deserves it 
. My favorite part is that she's being so humble and grateful, like, can't wait to get started 
. Go Sheinelle!
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i've been loving sheinelle since weekend today back in 2014... and now we get to see more of her talents on tv 
This is amazing news! I'm loving that NBC brought back their Philly girl, Sheinelle Jones, to the 'Today' show! 
. Plus, can we talk about how inspiring Sheinelle's story is? Caring for your husband during his diagnosis and then going back to work - that's dedication 
. Bring on the new season of 'Wild Child' too, I need more of that interactive nature show in my life 
another TV host joins the ranks... 
i mean, good for philly native girl and her journalism career, but let's be real, how many more shows can one person do? 
has america run out of original ideas yet? 
I love how NBC is supporting her after everything she went through with her husband. Cancer diagnosis and loss are tough, but it sounds like she came out stronger than ever 
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. It's amazing how strong and dedicated you can be when faced with challenges like that, Sheinelle! 
. I'm sure it'll be an amazing chapter in your life, and I'm rooting for you all the way 
. I mean, she tested the waters with Bush Hager already and it seemed like a decent fit. But now that Hoda's gone, I'm not sure if they got the chemistry right 
, so for her to come back stronger than ever and land this gig is truly inspiring 
. I'm loving the new dynamic this is bringing to the show! NBC has made an amazing choice in her 
. I loved watching her work with Jenna Bush Hager during that guest stint - they're like two peas in a pod 
. And omg can you imagine the chemistry she'll bring to that final hour with Bush Hager? I'm already feeling so excited for the future of the show 
