It was back in September of 2024 that Hoda Kotb shocked everyone with her announcement: after 26 years on the air with Today on NBC, she's going to retire. Fans were bummed -- as evidenced by all the tributes that poured in that day and beyond -- but she's been in broadcasting a long time and had so many terrific moments on the air.

When Hoda Kotb wore a ring on her finger on the "Today" show, some fans speculated that she had gotten back together with former fiance Joel Schiffman.

When is Hoda Kotb leaving the 'TODAY' show? What to know about why she's leaving and who will be replacing her as anchor.

Monday marks the beginning of a weeklong farewell for "Today" co-anchor Hoda Kotb. She will depart the show after Friday's broadcast.