Craig Melvin Gets Shocking Tattoo of Co-Anchor’s Face After Losing Bet

Craig Melvin, a well-known anchor on the Today show, learned the hard way that gambling doesn’t always pay off. 

After making a friendly wager with his co-anchor Savannah Guthrie over an NFL game, 

Melvin found himself in an unexpected and hilarious situation—sporting a temporary tattoo of Guthrie’s face on the back of his neck.

The Bet That Led to the Tattoo

The lighthearted bet between Melvin and Guthrie was centered around the NFC Championship game on January 26, 2025. Guthrie, a die-hard Philadelphia Eagles fan, 

was confident in her team’s victory over Melvin’s beloved Washington Commanders. Melvin, equally hopeful for his team’s success, agreed to a high-stakes challenge: the loser would have to wear a temporary tattoo of the winner’s face in a highly visible spot for an entire week.

Unfortunately for Melvin, the game did not go in his favor. The Eagles dominated the Commanders with a crushing 55-24 victory, sealing his fate.

Craig Melvin’s Hilarious On-Air Moment

On January 27, 2025, Melvin followed through on the bet, live on Today. The moment was met with plenty of laughs from the Today family as co-hosts Carson Daly and Al Roker assisted in the tattoo application.

Before the tattoo was placed, Melvin jokingly warned viewers, “This is why we don’t gamble, kids! You just might lose, and then you end up with something like this.” His words only added to the humor as Daly took charge of applying the tattoo, ensuring it was clearly visible on the back of Melvin’s neck.

The tattoo itself featured Guthrie’s face wearing an Eagles hat, with the team’s logo prominently displayed—much to Guthrie’s delight. “Oh, Craig, this is a beautiful sight,” she teased, laughing at her colleague’s expense.

Viewers Weigh In on the Funny Moment

Fans of Today quickly took to social media to react to Melvin’s hilarious predicament. Many praised him for being a good sport and embracing the moment with humor.

“Craig Melvin wearing a Savannah Guthrie tattoo is the content I never knew I needed!” one viewer tweeted.

Another joked, “Craig should keep the tattoo permanently—it suits him!”

Even those who weren’t football fans found entertainment in the segment, proving that Today knows how to bring fun and unexpected moments to morning television.

Savannah Guthrie’s Victory Celebration

Guthrie couldn’t hide her excitement about the Eagles’ win—or the fact that Melvin had to endure the consequences. She took every opportunity to remind him of the bet, playfully boasting about her team’s performance.

“This is the best Monday ever,” she declared, grinning as she admired the tattoo. “Craig, you are such a good sport. And honestly, I think you pull it off well!”

Melvin, however, wasn’t quite as enthusiastic. “I don’t know about that,” he said, shaking his head. “This is going to be a long week.”

A Lesson in Betting (and Losing Gracefully)

Despite his loss, Melvin’s willingness to follow through on the bet and keep things lighthearted showed why he is such a beloved figure on Today. His ability to laugh at himself and take part in fun moments with his co-hosts only adds to his charm.

At the end of the segment, Melvin had one final warning for viewers: “Let this be a lesson to all of you watching—bet wisely. Or better yet, don’t bet at all!”

With the temporary tattoo set to last for a week, Today fans can expect to see plenty more moments of Guthrie enjoying her victory while Melvin endures his defeat. And while it’s all in good fun, one thing is certain—Melvin might think twice before betting against Guthrie again.

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