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Hoda Kotbconcluded her weeklong farewell toTodaybyreading a heartfelt love letter to viewers.
“This is not a goodbye letter.
This is a love lettera love letter to you, Kotb began.

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Its actually kind of a thank you note as well.
So how do I say it?
How do I say thank you for more hugs and more love than one person deserves.

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Viewers watched and cheered for her asshe became a mom in her 50s.
Isnt she so hilarious?
I can hardly even say her name without laughing out loud, Kotb gushed.
But that is not the part I fell in love with.
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The West Virginia native went on to thank fans and guests for inviting her into their lives.
Having a front-row seat to all of this truly helped shape who I am.
Thank you so much for letting me be part of your journey, she said.
When I turned 60, you threw me one hell of a party, Kotb told fans.
I love you.”
But this isnt the last youll see of her on NBC.
Kotb willreportedlybe contributing to Olympics coverage in Milan and Los Angeles, in 2026 and 2028 respectively.
But well certainly miss waking up with her every morning.