Hoda Kotb is officially returning as a co-host on the Today show alongside Jenna Bush Hager, surprising fans and generating excitement for their reunion after Kotb's retirement earlier this year.
Hoda Kotb expresses love and admiration for Kelly Rowland, inviting her back to "Today with Hoda & Jenna" and offering to share her dressing room after Rowland reportedly left the studio due to displeasure with her dressing room. Rita Ora filled in for Rowland as co-host, and it remains to be seen whether Rowland will return to the show.
Rita Ora confirmed via Instagram that she was asked to fill in last minute as a guest co-host on the "Today" show after Kelly Rowland allegedly walked off due to dressing room issues. Ora praised the show staff and expressed gratitude for the opportunity, while Hoda Kotb commended her co-hosting skills. Despite the last-minute chaos, Ora's impromptu appearance seemed to have been well-received, and she hinted at the possibility of doing more.
Mayim Bialik, co-host of Jeopardy!, announced on Instagram that she will no longer be hosting the syndicated version of the show, a decision confirmed by Sony. Bialik had shared hosting duties with Ken Jennings and had taken a break earlier this year to honor the Writers Guild strike. She did not mention any controversies or the strike in her announcement. Bialik is currently nominated for a Primetime Emmy for her work as co-host.
Rumors are swirling that former CNN host Don Lemon may be angling to become a guest host or even a permanent co-host on the long-running ABC talk show, The View. While there are reasons to be skeptical, such as Lemon's controversial comments about women and his recent firing from CNN, there are also reasons to believe this rumor could be true. Lemon's experience in bridging the gap between hard news and celebrity culture, his credibility in politics and social issues, and his willingness to speak his mind could make him a good fit for The View. However, it remains to be seen if the show is open to adding a male co-host and if Lemon's alleged baggage would be a hindrance.
Richard Sherman is set to join FS1's Undisputed as a co-host alongside Skip Bayless for 50 to 100 shows per year. The show is also reportedly interested in adding Keyshawn Johnson as another co-host. Sherman will continue his role on Amazon's Thursday Night Football while appearing on Undisputed primarily during the football season. Undisputed is set to return on August 28 after an extended hiatus.
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos revealed that their eldest child, Michael, is itching to co-host their talk show, Live with Kelly and Ryan. Their daughter Lola also has an interest in joining the showbiz side of the family. However, their youngest Joaquin is currently reserved and not interested. The couple shares three children named Michael, Lola, and Joaquin.
The U.S. Soccer Federation and the Mexican Football Federation have announced their intention to co-host the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. This will be the third time the United States has hosted the tournament and the first time for Mexico. The bid will come after the three countries host the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup. The host for the 2027 Women’s World Cup is expected to be named by the FIFA Congress on May 17, 2024, following a comprehensive bidding process.
Mark Consuelos, the new permanent co-host of "Live With Kelly and Mark," has brushed off criticism of his debut on the show, saying that working alongside his wife Kelly Ripa "truly felt like home." Though his first few days on the job have been met with mixed reviews on social media, longtime friend Andy Cohen defended Consuelos' performance, saying that criticism is inevitable for any show. Ripa praised her husband's ability to feed off her energy and mix it up with her, making for compelling television.
Kelly Ripa welcomed her husband Mark Consuelos as her new permanent co-host on "Live with Kelly and Mark." The couple, who have been married since 1996, walked out holding hands onto the set as "2 Be Loved (Am I Ready)" by Lizzo played. Consuelos thanked his wife for trusting him to be her co-pilot, and they joked about the permanence of the new gig. Consuelos has co-hosted "Live" numerous times in the past, but never as the permanent co-host.
Mark Consuelos is set to replace Ryan Seacrest as Kelly Ripa's new co-host on the morning talk show, Live with Kelly and Ryan. The show's original concept of a husband and wife co-hosting is being realized with the real-life couple. Consuelos believes their shared history as parents, business owners, and siblings will bring a sense of relatability to the show. The transition has been smooth, and the couple plans to present a united front on the show.
Julianne Hough will replace Tyra Banks as co-host for Season 32 of "Dancing With the Stars" alongside Alfonso Ribeiro. Hough, a former professional dancer on the show and sister of former professional dancer Derek Hough, has appeared on "DWTS" as a guest host in the past. Banks announced last week that she was leaving the show to focus on her business ventures.