In August, Hoda Kotb made a significant announcement - her departure from the Today Show. This came as a surprise to many, and it was an emotional moment not only for her but also for her colleagues Jenna Bush Hager and Al Roker. With just a month left until she bids farewell forever, Hager revealed that she had the perfect person in mind to fill the void.

Potential Replacement: Gayle King

During an episode of "Today with Hoda and Jenna", Jenna Bush Hager mentioned that Gayle King could be an excellent replacement after Kotb leaves. She admitted that it was just a way to vent her frustration by teasing Hoda about her exit. Bush Hager even called King her "bestie" and playfully said, "There’s a seat open." Kotb, looking over at Hager in a hurried manner, blurted out, "My seat isn’t even cold yet!"The banter continued as Bush Hager didn't let go of the matter. She said, "I know you have a job over at 60 Minutes and such, but Gayle & Jenna has a beautiful ring to it. I’m just kidding." Kotb played along and claimed to love King, asking Jenna to praise the CBS Mornings host a bit more.In the same episode with Hoda and Jenna, Mikey Day was a guest. Bush Hager questioned Day if he liked Shaboozey and continued, "Gayle King loves Shaboozey." Kotb quickly responded, "Why do you? Do you hear what she’s trying to do? She’s shading me. She brings up Gayle King 10 times during our show." Bush Hager replied, "Today, that’s the anger I have." She added, "I have abandonment issues with her leaving, so today, Gayle King is the way I’m dealing with those."Hoda Kotb will officially leave the show in January. Until a replacement is found for the journalist, the show will be named "Today Show with Jenna and Friends".It's clear that the departure of Hoda Kotb has sparked a lot of discussion and speculation. The potential replacement of Gayle King adds another layer of interest to the situation. As the show moves forward, viewers will be eager to see how it evolves without Kotb and with a new addition.The Today Show has been a staple in many households for years, and Kotb's departure marks a significant change. However, with the possibility of Gayle King joining the team, there is hope that the show will continue to thrive and provide valuable content to its viewers.