Hoda Kotb says she's leaving NBC's "Today" show after 5 years as co-anchor

Hoda Kotb announced she is leaving the "Today" show early in 2025 after more than five years co-anchoring the morning program. 

Kotb announced the decision in a letter that was shared with colleagues, Today.com reported. 

The departure comes after more than 25 years at NBC News. Kotb previously worked at "Dateline," and served as the co-host of the fourth hour of "Today" with both Kathie Lee Gifford and Jenna Bush Hager. She stepped into the co-anchor role after Matt Lauer left amid sexual misconduct allegations, and spent five years working alongside Savannah Guthrie and other hosts.