The 59-year-old journalist and her co-host Jenna Bush Hager also make it clear that Kelly 'is welcome anytime,' with Jenna adding of the 43-year-old songstress, 'She's the best.'
- Feb 21, 2024
AceShowbiz - Hoda Kotb has no ill feelings toward Kelly Rowland. The "Today with Hoda and Jenna" co-host sent love to the Destiny's Child alum after reports suggested that she walked out of the show due to a dressing room issue.
"I just want to say this: I have great love and admiration for Kelly Rowland," the 59-year-old said in the Tuesday, February 20, episode of the show. "I adore her, and I want her to come back on our show, and I want her to host again."
Hoda and her co-host Jenna Bush Hager made it clear that Kelly "is welcome anytime." Jenna went on to gush over the 43-year-old songstress, "She's the best."
"Of course she is, of course she is! She can share my dressing room. We'll be in it together!" Hoda chimed in while laughing. "But anyway, we do, I just want to say that we love her. We've loved her on this show for many, many, many years."
Kelly reportedly walked out of the "Today" show because she and her team were unhappy with her dressing room. Thus, Rita Ora was asked to fill in last minute.
Kelly herself has yet to comment on the drama, but news about it sparked mixed reactions online. , Bethenny Frankel slammed the artist over her "diva expectations," but actor Marlon Wayans defended her.
"Yall stop with these false narratives," the comedian wrote on Instagram alongside Kelly's picture. "I've worked with @kellyrowland as a Star/producer i will honestly say she was nothing short of AMAZING. Sweet, kind, professional. On time, great energy, impeccable manners and professionalism."
"She was nice to EVERYONE on set. Not one diva moment," he continued. "S**t happens in Hollywood. Get both sides before you castrate anymore legends. Love this woman. Yall stop this BS. This woman was nothing short of a humble loving queen… PERIOD."
