The 'Today' co-anchor discussed leaving NBC after 26 years on 'Today with Hoda & Jenna' on Oct. 25 Hoda Kotb is content with her decision to leave the Today show. During the Friday, Oct. 25 episode of Today with Hoda & Jenna,

While Hoda Kotb is sad to be saying goodbye to the Today show, she’s also excited about what’s next. “I don’t know if you’ve ever had a yearning, a calling, a desire, and you can’t quit it, even if you try,

Earlier in the show, the 60 year old also admitted on her overall headspace about leaving: “Yeah, it’s scary. It’s terrifying. It’s all those things, but it’s also exactly right.” Kotb explained that she’s “75 percent” moved on but the transition is difficult given she’s still anchoring the morning show.

Hoda Kotb is looking ahead to her next career venture after announcing she is leaving Today. During a Friday, October 25 episode of the talk show, the broadcaster explained why she was inspired to enter the wellness space.

Hoda Kotb shared her deep appreciation for the close friends who are supporting her as she prepares for her next adventure. Hoda announced in September she will be leaving TODAY in early 2025, after nearly three decades at NBC News.