During a recent episode of TODAY with Jenna & Friends, the show's host, Jenna Bush Hager, showcased her adventurous side by getting a new ear piercing live on air alongside guest host Scarlett Johansson. This event highlighted Bush Hager’s long-standing fascination with body modifications. She mentioned having multiple piercings, including several in her ears and even one outside this area. “I have quite a few here,” she remarked while gesturing toward her ears, noting that not all her experiences were entirely positive.

Bush Hager has been open about her past piercing adventures. In July 2024, she reminisced with co-host Hoda Kotb about a rebellious moment during her college years when she decided to get her belly button pierced. “It was a brief phase marked by an infection that left a lasting scar,” she shared. The experience occurred while studying abroad at Oxford, where limited options for rebellion led her to this choice. Her parents, former President George W. Bush and Laura Bush, were notably concerned when they saw the infected piercing. Beyond this, Bush Hager revealed that her twin sister Barbara once assisted her with an ear piercing using unconventional methods, adding a humorous anecdote about their youthful escapades.

Piercings have been a recurring theme in Bush Hager’s life, connecting her with various milestones and people. From sharing the experience with celebrities like Johansson to bonding moments with co-hosts Savannah Guthrie and Natalie Morales, these personal modifications reflect more than just fashion statements. They symbolize phases of self-expression and shared memories. Through these stories, Bush Hager emphasizes the importance of embracing one’s unique journey and the joy found in creating special moments with friends and family.