It was back in September of 2024 that Hoda Kotb shocked everyone with her announcement: after 26 years on the air with Today on NBC, she's going to retire. Fans were bummed -- as evidenced by all the tributes that poured in that day and beyond -- but she's been in broadcasting a long time and had so many terrific moments on the air.

After more than six years and countless laughs, Hoda Kotb officially retired as a co-host on the Today show on January 10, 2025. Kotb, who was a main co-anchor on Today and co-hosted its entertainment-focused fourth hour,

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In honor of Hoda Kotb's final episode on 'Today' airing January 10, 2025, take a look back at some of the highlights from her incredible run on NBC.