Craig Melvin Called 'Rude' by Today Show Cohost Jenna Hager

The Today Show cohost Craig Melvin sparked a reaction from fellow cohost Jenna Bush Hager during a segment on Today with Jenna & Friends. On Monday, November 3, Melvin admitted something that Hager considered "rude."

Melvin's Admission on Air

Near the beginning of the show, Melvin said to Hager, “This is a nice set. You know, I’ve never seen the show.” Surprised, Hager responded,

“That is so rude!”

Melvin then clarified that he had never watched her segment because he cohosts the first three hours of Today and is usually leaving when her show starts. He explained, “because we’re just getting off.”

Hager's Reaction and Clarification

Not happy with Melvin missing her show, Hager told the producers,

“Did you just hear him say he’s never watched the show?”

When Melvin explained he’s “usually in transit” after his hours, Hager emphasized, “Here’s the thing about it. It’s a full hour.”

Eventually, Melvin admitted he “could probably watch some of it.”

Context and Roles

Craig Melvin replaced Hoda Kotb as lead anchor of the show in January after her retirement.
He cohosts the first three hours of Today before Jenna Bush Hager’s segment.

Author’s summary: Craig Melvin’s candid admission about not watching Jenna Hager’s segment caused a lighthearted on-air exchange, highlighting the busy schedules of Today Show hosts.

Reality Tea — 2025-11-04