On Tuesday’s episode of “Today With Jenna & Friends,” host Jenna Bush Hager received a special birthday surprise from her husband, Henry Hager, who announced he would be co-hosting the show during the holidays on December 25 and December 31. In a recorded birthday message, Henry expressed his excitement to join Jenna on set, wishing her a happy birthday and promising his participation as a gift to her and their viewers.
However, the video did not escape light-hearted scrutiny from Andy Cohen, who provided humorous commentary on Henry’s delivery. Cohen quipped about the lack of energy in Henry’s greeting, teasing, “Wow, you can feel the energy coming off of Henry,” and playfully questioning whether the same energy would be present during the live show.
Jenna joined in on the laughter, joking about the differences between Henry’s video and the more vibrant performances usually seen from her children. She acknowledged Cohen’s jabs, adding that Henry’s “crackling excitement” was something to look forward to during this holiday season’s co-hosting gigs.
This won’t be Henry’s debut on the show; he previously guest-hosted with Jenna, where the couple engaged in a lie detector test that humorously revealed moments of awkwardness in their relationship. Jenna reflected on that experience during Tuesday’s broadcast, sharing that despite Henry’s initial reluctance to return, his participation this time was a delightful surprise.
“Today With Jenna & Friends” continues to engage audiences with its blend of light-hearted banter and real-life moments, airing weekdays at 10/9c on NBC. The upcoming holiday episodes promise to bring even more laughter and surprises, as Jenna and Henry prepare to celebrate together on screen. The playful dynamics between the couple and Cohen add an enjoyable layer to the seasonal festivities, creating anticipation for how their interactions will unfold.