Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager have announced their plans for the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The duo created a secret symbol last year, with Hoda brushing her teeth with a finger to indicate she was thinking of Jenna. This year, Kotb plans to replicate a dance move from Matt Rogers’ “RockaFellaCenta” music video as a sweet signal for the parade.
This Thanksgiving will be their last holiday together on air as Kotb is set to leave the show in early 2025. Last year, Jenna missed Kotb’s gesture during the parade due to a mishap with her Christmas tree. The two friends shared their special bond with secret signals and dances during the holiday season.
Kotb announced her departure earlier this year after reflecting on her decades-long career at NBC News. Her decision to leave was prompted by a desire to spend more time with her family, including her daughters, Haley and Hope. Craig Melvin will succeed her as Savannah Guthrie’s co-anchor on “Today,” with the fourth hour becoming “Today With Jenna & Friends.”
The 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will air on NBC and Peacock, and fans can watch Kotb and Bush Hager’s special signals during the broadcast. As they prepare to say goodbye on air, the pair’s friendship and camaraderie will be on display during this year’s holiday festivities.
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