Jenna Bush Hager has been on quite the journey to find her new co-host ever since Hoda Kotb left the Today show earlier this year. 

The search has been filled with excitement, with fans eagerly voicing their opinions on who would make the best replacement. 

In a recent conversation with Parade, Jenna opened up about her thoughts on the process and revealed some surprising details about potential guest hosts, 

including an intriguing mention of Travis Kelce.

In addition to discussing the search for her new co-host, Jenna also took the time to promote her new children’s book, I Loved You First, 

which she co-authored with her twin sister, Barbara Pierce Bush. 

The release is their third book together, and it holds special meaning as it includes heartfelt references to both their parents and children. This latest project is part of the Bush Hager sisters’ ongoing collaboration in the literary world.

The co-host search has been a thrilling, albeit challenging, experience for Jenna. She shared that it has been a joy working with a variety of guest stars, but a couple of them stood out in particular. Actress Scarlett Johansson and former NBA star Dwyane Wade were highlighted by Jenna as being particularly memorable during their time filling in on the show. Their personalities and chemistry with Jenna made a lasting impression, adding to the growing list of notable figures who have temporarily stepped into the role.

While the guest hosts have been fun and engaging, Jenna also revealed that there is one person she has long dreamed of working with. When asked who her ultimate co-host would be, she didn’t hesitate in naming Oprah Winfrey. “Oprah,” Jenna said without missing a beat, clearly excited by the prospect of hosting with such a television icon. Her twin sister, Barbara, had a different pick: Celine Dion. This sparked an idea for the sisters—an “icons week” where they could host with some of the most beloved figures in entertainment. Jenna laughed at the idea, teasing that it could be a future theme on Today, which would certainly appeal to a wide range of viewers.

As Jenna continues to search for her permanent co-host, she’s already planning ahead for some exciting guest hosts. Given her connections to various celebrities and the ongoing nature of the guest host lineup, there’s plenty of anticipation about who will appear next on the Today show. Jenna also teased that while she couldn’t reveal any specifics, there are some “unexpected” guests lined up for the future. “We have some really cool [guest hosts] coming up,” she shared. “I can’t say who, but we are booked through the spring, and we have some really fun ones.”

The guest hosts have already been a source of entertainment for Today viewers, but Jenna also addressed the possibility of one very famous guest making an appearance: Travis Kelce. The Kansas City Chiefs’ star tight end has recently become a media sensation, not only for his football accomplishments but also for his growing presence in the entertainment world. Jenna has a personal connection to Travis through his mother, Donna Kelce, with whom she worked on a Hallmark movie last summer. Given Kelce’s increasing interest in exploring more on-screen opportunities, many fans have wondered if he could guest co-host on Today. When asked if he had been considered, Jenna responded, “Not that I know of,” though she acknowledged the possibility of Travis Kelce joining the show in the future, saying, “But that’d be a good one, Travis Kelce.”

While the search for the new co-host continues, Jenna’s excitement about the upcoming spring lineup shows that there are many exciting things to look forward to on Today. Whether it’s unexpected guest hosts or her dream co-hosts like Oprah Winfrey, there’s no doubt that Jenna Bush Hager will continue to bring energy and warmth to the morning show.

For now, fans can enjoy the unpredictability of Today as it explores different guest hosts, with more surprises surely in store. As Jenna said, “We are booked through the spring, and we have some really fun ones” lined up, so viewers will have plenty to look forward to in the coming months.

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