{"id":18454,"date":"2025-01-14T14:32:07","date_gmt":"2025-01-14T14:32:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=18454"},"modified":"2025-01-14T14:32:07","modified_gmt":"2025-01-14T14:32:07","slug":"something-is-not-right-viewers-worry-about-today-show-co-host-sheinelle-jones-details","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=18454","title":{"rendered":"‘Something Is Not Right’: Viewers Worry About ‘Today’ Show Co-host Sheinelle Jones \u2013 Details"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin started their first week as co-anchors on “Today.” While some people were happy to see Melvin in his new position, others questioned Sheinelle Jones’ whereabouts.<\/p>\n

On January 13, 2025, Craig Melvin conducted his first “Today” show as a co-anchor alongside Savannah Guthrie. What stood out the most to online viewers during the segment was the absence of “Today” co-host Sheinelle Jones, who also missed Hoda Kotb’s farewell celebration.<\/p>\n

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User comment about Sheinelle Jones, posted on January 13, 2025. | Source: X\/@youdonelostit<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The “Today” show celebrated the beginning of Guthrie and Melvin’s partnership as co-anchors with a\u00a0cheerful Instagram post<\/a>\u00a0that captured a sweet, behind-the-scenes moment between the two.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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In the short clip, Guthrie and Melvin were seated at the iconic glass-top desk in Studio 1A, exchanging a lively high-five as they geared up for their first broadcast together on Monday morning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Savannah Guthrie high fiving Craig Melvin before their first “Today” show as co-anchors, posted on January 13, 2025. | Source: Instagram\/todayshow<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The playful energy between the co-anchors was palpable, with both sporting wide smiles and exuding an infectious enthusiasm for the show ahead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Overlaid on top of the video is text that\u00a0reads<\/a>, “Let’s do this!” which further emphasizes their readiness to take on this new chapter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin goofing around on set. | Source: Instagram\/todayshow<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Appropriately dressed for the occasion, Guthrie donned a vibrant fuchsia dress, while Melvin looked dapper in a classic navy suit paired with a crisp white shirt and a light gold tie.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The studio backdrop, adorned with bright lights and beautiful floral arrangements, gave the set a warm and festive feel, fitting for such a milestone day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin. | Source: Instagram\/todayshow<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Accompanied by the upbeat tune “Good Morning” by Jumbo, the post perfectly encapsulated the fresh energy the duo brought to the show. “Today’s” official Instagram page\u00a0captioned<\/a>, “Savannah and Craig’s first week as co-anchors. \u2764\ufe0f #TodayShow.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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While the celebratory post garnered some excitement for Melvin, it was quickly overshadowed by a flood of concerned comments from viewers questioning Jones’ absence from the show.\u00a0“Congrats to Craig! Also, where is Sheinelle?!? She is missed!!”\u00a0<\/i>wondered<\/a>\u00a0an Instagrammer, while another\u00a0echoed<\/a>,\u00a0“So happy for Craig. Really. But where is Shenielle????”<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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In response to this comment, someone else\u00a0answered<\/a>,\u00a0“she’s been missing for weeks with no answers. Missed Hodas send off w out even a taped message. We’re worried [sic].”<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Sheinelle Jones during a Season 73 episode of “Today” on September 16, 2024. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Such concern continued with an observer\u00a0penning<\/a>,\u00a0“Something is not right with #TodayShow and the absence of Sheinelle Jones. Her being gone without an explanation is really weird. I hope she is okay.” “@SheinelleJones What happened to Sheinelle on @TheTodayShow ????”<\/i>\u00a0questioned<\/a>\u00a0someone else.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Sheinelle Jones speaking during a Season 73 episode of “Today” on September 9, 2024. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Another netizen\u00a0asked<\/a>,\u00a0“@TODAYshow can u tell us where Sheinelle Jones is? So odd she is missing the #Hoda K’s farewell!”<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A spectator who also referenced Kotb’s farewell celebration\u00a0remarked<\/a>,\u00a0“I loved the HODA bration [sic] but really wondered why Sheinelle Jones wasn’t among the cast?”<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Sheinelle Jones having a discussion on a Season 73 episode of “Today” on August 15, 2024. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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“Where is sheinelle [sic]? Something is up! No one is saying a word!”\u00a0<\/i>noted<\/a>\u00a0a user. The tone of concern grew more pointed as one person\u00a0asserted<\/a>,\u00a0“Where’s Sheinelle? Force her out, too?”<\/i>\u00a0and another\u00a0declared<\/a>,\u00a0“Where is Sheneille? I’m done with ‘TODAY’ if they did her dirty. Did the same thing to Ann years ago.”<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Yet another person\u00a0commented<\/a>,\u00a0“Where is Sheinelle?”\u00a0<\/i>while another\u00a0responded<\/a>,\u00a0“so happy about Craig \u2764\ufe0f Something is up with Sheinelle \ud83e\udd37\ud83c\udffb\u200d\u2640\ufe0f I hope she\u2019s well but no mention of her in the begining of the 3 hour! I like her so much [sic]!”<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Sheinelle Jones during a Season 73 episode of “Today,” on May 3, 2024. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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As some netizens pointed out, Jones’ absence from “Today’s”\u00a0“Hoda-bration”<\/a>\u00a0on January 10, 2025, was particularly noticeable given the emotional magnitude of\u00a0the celebration<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The special segment marked a significant milestone for\u00a0Hoda Kotb<\/a>, who bid farewell to the “Today” show after years of co-hosting with warmth, humor, and grace.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Her farewell wasn’t just a typical goodbye \u2014 it was a star-studded affair filled with surprise appearances and heartfelt moments that brought Kotb to tears.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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One of the standout moments came when former “Today” co-host Kathie Lee Gifford made a surprise appearance in the studio. Initially, Gifford claimed to be in Tennessee in a pre-recorded video. However, Jenna Bush Hager revealed that it was all a ruse.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford on a Season 67 episode of “Today” on January 1, 2018. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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As Gifford stepped into the studio, Kotb screamed with joy, visibly moved by her friend’s presence. “I love you so much that I was thinking to myself, ‘I sure hope Kath comes,'”\u00a0stated<\/a>\u00a0Hoda, wiping tears from her eyes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Gifford’s tribute didn’t end with the surprise entrance. After a playful moment of breaking into song, she reflected on her years of sitting alongside Kotb on “Today with Kathie Lee and Hoda” from 2008 to 2019.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford during a Season 67 episode of “Today” on November 26, 2018. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Her words were filled with gratitude and admiration. “You took away fear. You proved to me that you are a fearless person,” Gifford\u00a0told<\/a>\u00a0Kotb.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The emotional moment culminated with a toast, as “Today” contributor Donna Farizan brought out large glasses of wine. Gifford sent her friend off with a prayer, quoting a verse from Jeremiah to wish Kotb a future filled with joy and purpose.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford speaking during a Season 67 episode of “Today” on November 16, 2018. | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The surprises continued as Gayle King \u2014 someone Kotb has\u00a0humorously called<\/a>\u00a0her “lookalike” \u2014 arrived to share in the festivities. King, who frequently gets mistaken for Kotb, made light of the situation with a playful gift \u2014 a shirt featuring both of their faces.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Under Kotb’s image was her name, and beneath King’s photo were the words “Not Hoda.” The humorous gesture sparked laughter from a teary-eyed Kotb who\u00a0said<\/a>, “I’m dying here.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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King praised Kotb for stepping away from the show on her own terms, adding that it was an honor to cheer her on during such a pivotal moment. The two embraced warmly before parting ways, with Kotb\u00a0saying<\/a>, “I love you.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Another memorable highlight of the farewell was when country star Walker Hayes serenaded Kotb with a performance of “Wednesdays,” a song they wrote together.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The emotional tune, inspired by their conversation on Kotb’s “Making Space” podcast, reflected Kotb’s philosophy on life \u2014 cherishing the ordinary moments as much as the big milestones.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Two months prior to missing Kotb’s farewell celebration and Monday morning’s episode, Jones took to Instagram to share a\u00a0heartfelt congratulatory post<\/a>\u00a0celebrating Melvin’s new role.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The post featured several snapshots of Jones, Melvin, Kotb, Guthrie, and fellow “Today” co-hosts Hager and Carson Daly, enjoying a toast together on set, exuding camaraderie and joy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Sheinelle Jones toasting to Craig Melvin with Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Jenna Bush Hager, and Carson Daly, posted on November 14, 2024. | Source: Instagram\/sheinelle_o<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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In her lengthy and heartfelt caption, Jones\u00a0referred<\/a>\u00a0to Melvin as her “little bro” and expressed her pride and joy at seeing him step into his new role alongside Guthrie. She reminisced about their years working together, highlighting their shared history and deep bond.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Sheinelle Jones, Craig Melvin, Savannah Guthrie, and Hoda Kotb sharing laughs. | Source: Instagram\/sheinelle_o<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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“If you’ve watched us over the last decade \u2014 you can tell that we’re all pretty close,”\u00a0wrote<\/a>\u00a0Jones, before revealing that she and Melvin attended MC Hammer concerts as kids (separately).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Jones’ caption continued with a touching reflection on Melvin’s journey. “I couldn’t be happier for Craig; when they officially named him this morning, I couldn’t help but get a little teary \u2014 because I know how hard he’s worked […] Love you @craigmelvinnbc! Congratulations!!!! \ud83c\udf7e\ud83c\udf89\ud83c\udf88\ud83c\udf8a,”\u00a0concluded<\/a> Jones.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Like Jones,\u00a0Craig Melvin<\/a>\u00a0has made it clear that his bond with her extends beyond the walls of the “Today” studio. As the show shared in a video posted in November 2024, Melvin and Jones are more than just colleagues \u2014 they’re “longtime friends,” as the caption of the post aptly\u00a0described them<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Sheinelle Jones and Craig Melvin sharing a sweet moment, posted on November 14, 2024. | Source: Instagram\/todayshow<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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In the clip, the two shared a heartfelt conversation about their years of working together and the advice Jones gave Melvin after it was announced he would be stepping into the co-anchor role alongside Guthrie.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Reflecting on the moment, Melvin recalled Jones offering him words of encouragement when he felt overwhelmed by the big career move. “You and I had a great conversation yesterday that I needed. You were like, ‘Today, just receive it,'”\u00a0mentioned<\/a>\u00a0Melvin.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Craig Melvin speaking about the advice Sheinelle Jones shared with him after he found out he would become the new “Today” co-anchor. | Source: Instagram\/todayshow<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The pair’s easy camaraderie and long history were on full display in the clip, with Melvin\u00a0joking<\/a>\u00a0that Jones was now “stuck” working with him for the third-hour segment. He then\u00a0revealed<\/a>, “I said to you a couple weeks ago, I’ve worked with you longer than anyone else in my career at this point [sic].”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Although Jones’ absence from “Today” has prompted queries and concern, judging from her last Instagram post on December 17, 2024, it would seem that the co-host and midweek correspondent may simply be busy with other prestigious affairs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The post<\/a> shows her and her eldest son dressed elegantly as they stood beside the POTUS and FLOTUS of the United States while posing for a photo at an event.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Jones has long led a busy lifestyle, as a past interview from 2020 with “Talk Stoop” host Nessa suggests. During\u00a0the interview<\/a>, the two women spoke about Jones’ incredibly busy schedule that involved balancing working six days a week with being a devoted mother of three.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Sheinelle Jones chatting with Nessa during an interview on “Talk Stoop,” posted on February 1, 2020. | Source: YouTube\/Talk Stoop with Nessa<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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In addition to working on “Today,” Jones had several other jobs, such as co-hosting a radio show with fellow “Today” anchor Al Roker and orchestrating a digital series where she would interview the moms of stars.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Other topics discussed included Jones divulging how she knew she wanted to work in the news industry since she was a little girl in fifth grade and was asked to draw a picture of what she wanted to be during a school career day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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With her recent absence from the TV screen, fans continue to express concern and wonder about what may be going on with Jones.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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