Sheinelle Jones Joins Jenna Bush Hager on TODAY's Fourth Hour

Sheinelle Jones is stepping into a new role on TODAY. She will be co-hosting the fourth hour with Jenna Bush Hager. This is a big deal because it's the first permanent co-host since Hoda Kotb left. Sheinelle is no stranger to TODAY. She has been a part of the show for over 11 years. She has done everything from interviewing big names to her famous Halloween performances. Jenna Bush Hager had a lot to say about Sheinelle. She called her an extraordinary broadcaster. Jenna also said Sheinelle shows what the show is all about. Sheinelle was emotional about the news. She said having a show like this was beyond her wildest dreams. She also said she was happy to do it with Jenna. This isn't Sheinelle's first time co-hosting with Jenna. She did it in September. At the time, she compared it to a date. She hoped Jenna would call her back. Sheinelle has been through a lot lately. Her husband passed away in May. She talked about returning to work after his death. She said it was tough but she was fighting for her joy. Sheinelle told her kids about her new job first. They were happy for her. She also wore her husband's shirt when she went to TODAY to be introduced. Jenna and Sheinelle have been friends for a while. Jenna said there's no one she would rather sit next to. Sheinelle agreed, saying Jenna is like a sister to her. Sheinelle was one of 60 co-hosts and guests on the fourth hour. Big names like Michelle Obama and Cardi B have also joined Jenna. There have been a lot of laughs along the way.