Hoda Kotb Breaks Down In Tears On ‘Today’ During Live Interview As ‘Queer Eye’ Cast Says ‘There’s No One Like You’

The stars of Queer Eye showered Hoda Kotb with both verbal praise and an actual bouquet, leaving her visibly touched and emotional. The Today co-anchor attempted to hold back her tears during an episode last week as the heartfelt gestures unfolded live on-air. This wholesome moment took place as the cast (Jonathan van Ness, Karamo Brown, Antoni Porowski, Tan France and Jeremiah Brent) promoted the ninth season of their popular Netflix reality makeover show.

“We’re giving you your flowers!” the cast members cheered before hairstylist van Ness, 37, said to Kotb, 60: “There’s no one in the industry like you.” The star continued, telling the broadcaster: “You make people feel so safe. and you’re just the most incredible person and we love you so much.”

The Queer Eye beauty mogul continued: “We have to give you your flowers because no one does it like you and we love you.” The rest of the stars on the couch added: “we love you so much,” as Kotb tried to clear away the incoming tears. Kotb is preparing to leave the Today show on January 10, 2025, which will allow her to spend more time with her two children.

Kotb’s fans are still reeling after the television personality announced that she will be departing the show after working for NBC for over 26 years. She revealed on-air on September 26th that her 60th birthday in August inspired her to make a major change in her life and career.