The 'Today' host's eyes are filled with tears for being gifted with a special painting, featuring herself and her two daughters, by the former President in celebration of her birthday.
- Aug 13, 2024
AceShowbiz - On August 12, during the "Today" show, Jenna Bush Hager surprised her co-host, Hoda Kotb, with a heartwarming present in honor of her 60th birthday. The gift was a portrait of Kotb and her two daughters, Hope and Haley, painted by her father, former President George W. Bush.
"I had my dad, who has started painting, paint your favorite photo," Hager revealed to Kotb. Tears filled Kotb's eyes as she held up the artwork, showing the trio walking together in a park. In the bottom right corner, President Bush had signed the painting "43." Overwhelmed with emotion, Kotb and Hager shared a hug. "It's too much," an equally emotional Hager said.
Kotb has long expressed her desire to become a mother, and she adopted Haley in 2017 and Hope in 2019. She shared that she felt unworthy of being a mother but realized that her heart's ability to love knows no bounds.
That morning, Kotb was showered with love and well wishes. A video message from Sandra Bullock played, in which the actress shared her excitement for Kotb entering her 60s and praised her as a role model for those wanting to start families later in life.
Friends, family, and fans took to social media to send Kotb messages of support and inspiration. One fan credited Kotb as the reason she pursued motherhood as a single woman.
Kotb's 60th birthday celebration was a testament to the love and impact she has had on the lives of countless people. The portrait from President Bush is a poignant reminder of her journey and the special bond she shares with her daughters.