New York CNN —Craig Melvin will become the co-anchor of NBC’s “Today” show beginning early next year, following the departure of Hoda Kotb.
Melvin is a familiar face to “Today” viewers, having been with the program in various roles for nearly 14 years.
He is an “integral and beloved part of our family,” Libby Leist, senior vice president of Today, said in a statement.
She also co-hosted the 10 am hour with Jenna Bush Hager.
NBC announced said that the fourth hour will be renamed “Jenna & Friends” following Kotb’s departure until a permanent co-host is named.
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