Something unexpected is happening behind the scenes at Today — and viewers are scrambling for answers. Two of the show’s biggest stars, Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb, have vanished from the anchor desk at the same time… and now a completely new duo is running the show. Craig Melvin and Laura Jarrett have stepped in with surprising energy, but fans are asking: Why now? Why together? And what’s really going on off-camera? One anchor is secretly exploring a major life change… while another just hit a milestone that could shift everything

There’s been a noticeable shift on morning television — and viewers have definitely taken note. For the first time in months, both Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie stepped away from Today at the same time, leaving a major hosting gap during one of America’s most-watched broadcasts. Fortunately, the show didn’t miss a beat thanks to Craig Melvin and Laura Jarrett, who have stepped up as the dynamic duo leading Today’s morning coverage.

Since Monday, March 18, Craig — a longtime cohost and news anchor familiar to viewers — and Laura, coanchor of Weekend Today, have been side-by-side behind the main news desk. Their chemistry has been easy, energetic, and refreshing — the kind of teamwork audiences appreciate when routine suddenly shifts. Peter Alexander, another popular face among fans, has also rotated into the mix throughout the week, giving the show a lively rhythm even in the absence of two major stars.

Craig kicked off the week with warm enthusiasm, greeting viewers with:
“Thanks for starting off the week with us! We’ve got Laura Jarrett with us while Savannah and Hoda are taking time off with their families!”

And that’s exactly where the original anchors have been — enjoying some much-deserved personal time focused on love, family, and celebration.

Hoda Kotb has been glowing recently — and it’s not just because she’s on vacation. The beloved host, 59, has embraced the next chapter of her life with surprising boldness after her split from longtime partner Joel Schiffman, with whom she shares her two daughters, Haley and Hope.

Her break from the show comes as she steps back into dating — something she has been open about navigating with curiosity and optimism. She recently revealed that Jenna Bush Hager played matchmaker, connecting her with a mystery man who has already made multiple appearances in her world.

“Jenna is like, ‘How did I do?’ because apparently if you match three couples, you go straight to heaven,” Hoda joked earlier this month.

That first date turned into a second… and a third is already planned. Hoda says the experience has been thrilling — a reminder that love isn’t just for the young.

“Life is beautiful,” she shared, encouraging others to step outside their comfort zones. “Try things, go out, get out of your house. Life is meant to be experienced.”

Her fans couldn’t be happier watching her embrace new joy.

Savannah Guthrie’s time away from the show has a completely different but equally adorable reason: she’s celebrating a huge marriage milestone. The anchor and her husband Mike Feldman recently marked 10 years as husband and wife.

Savannah, 52, commemorated the anniversary with a heartfelt social-media tribute showing then-and-now snapshots of the couple throughout the past decade. The message was simple but full of emotion:

“This was us — 10 years ago today! And this is us now. I love you now and forever.”

The pair share two children, Vale and Charles, and Savannah has made it clear she’s cherishing this family-centered downtime.

With two major hosts away simultaneously, the responsibility to carry the show could feel overwhelming — but Craig and Laura have handled it with ease.

Craig, now a Today fixture, is known for his warmth, relatability, and quick wit — traits that balance beautifully with Laura’s lawyer-sharp analysis and fresh perspective as a newer full-time coanchor.

Laura recently made headlines herself after stepping into a coveted role on the weekend edition of the show, bringing years of legal reporting experience from NBC News and CNN before that. She’s quickly earned admiration for her polished delivery and thoughtful interviewing style.

Viewers this week have praised the two for their refreshing take on morning news, calling their partnership “smart, fun, and perfectly matched” across social media.

Any temporary lineup change can stir speculation — especially when it involves anchors who are the face of the franchise. But insiders say this is nothing more than the cohosts enjoying a much-needed break in their personal lives.

Hoda is exploring new love.
Savannah is celebrating love that has stood the test of time.

For audiences, these changes offer a unique chance to see their other favorite anchors shine. And shine they have — whether it’s Craig joking about dad life in between news stories or Laura guiding viewers through complicated topics with effortless clarity.

The week has proven that the Today family is full of depth — and no matter who is in the chair, the show remains grounded in the same heart and energy fans expect each morning.

All four anchors — Craig, Laura, Hoda, and Savannah — are in different stages of their lives, but this week offered the same message: It’s more than okay to step back for what matters most.

A romantic new beginning.
A marriage celebration.
A chance for colleagues to rise.
A moment to remember that even national news shows run on real people with real lives.

As Hoda and Savannah eventually return to their familiar chairs, viewers will have witnessed the strength of a team that never misses a beat — proving Today isn’t defined by one anchor or even two… but by a whole family who shows up for each other and for millions watching from home.