“Family is family.”

“I was doing the math,” Hoda said while trying to hold back tears.

“It was time for me to turn the page at 60 and try something new.”

Hoda Kotb smiles while seated at a desk, wearing a denim shirt and hoop earrings, with a "Today" show mug in front of her

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Hoda now cohosts the fourth hour ofTODAYwith Jenna Bush Hager.

Hoda and Savannah have been partners ever since.

“But one thing I know for sure right now is this: everythings going to be just fine.

Al Roker, Craig Melvin, Dylan Dreyer, Hoda Kotb, Jenna Bush Hager, and Sheinelle Jones are seated on a TV show's sofa set engaged in conversation

You always weather change with grace and guts.”

How could I not?

Family is family, and you all will always be a part of mine."

Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager laugh together on the "Today with Hoda & Jenna" set. Hoda wears a sleeveless dress, Jenna wears a lace-patterned long sleeve dress

Despite being shocked and saddened by the news, fans were very supportive of her decision.

Watch the heartwarming moment below:

you might also read Hoda’s farewell letterhere.

Oh, Hoda, you’ve brought so much joy and laughter to theTODAYshow!

Hoda Kotb is smiling broadly, wearing a denim jacket over a dark top

You will truly be missed!

Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford are sitting at a table on the "Today" show set, chatting. They have drinks and food on the table in front of them

Savannah Guthrie in a black sleeveless top and lace skirt, with Hoda Kotb in an orange jacket and jeans, smiling and posing together at an outdoor event

Sheinelle Jones, Craig Melvin, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker are sitting at a news desk, smiling and talking during a broadcast

Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie, Jenna Bush Hager, and Sheinelle Jones pose together on a stage outdoors in a city setting, dressed in stylish winter coats

Blake Shelton, Hoda Kotb, Al Roker, Carson Daly, Savannah Guthrie, Craig Melvin, Sheinelle Jones, Jenna Bush Hager, Dylan Dreyer, Willie Geist, and Peter Alexander in Halloween costumes on "Today" show set

Social media comments express sadness for Hoda Kotb's departure and well wishes for her future. Users mention missing her face in the mornings and hope for new adventures

Viewer comments praising and supporting Hoda for lowering her workload at 60, mentioning her impact and expressing best wishes