Feeling good.. cant wait to see you all when I am in the clear!
Xo"
On Thursday’s episode ofToday, cohost Jenna Bush Hagerexplained Kotb’s absence.
“I want to mention the reason Hoda is off.

Hoda Kotb on ‘Today.'.Nathan Congleton/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images
Like so many others, she tested positive for COVID,” Hager said.
“I texted with her this morning.
She’s doing totally fine and she’ll be back here pretty soon.”
Kotb has taken the necessary precautions, including being vaccinated and getting a booster shot.
She’s now isolating at home.