Hoda Kotb

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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1. When was Hoda Kotb born?August 9, 1964
2. Where was Hoda Kotb born?Norman, Oklahoma
3. Who wrote Hoda Kotb?Authored books including 'Hoda: Lessons I've Learned in Life'
4. What is the previous role?Correspondent for Dateline NBC
5. How did Hoda Kotb start her career?She began as a reporter for Dateline NBC, learning how to investigate stories and tell them well.
6. When did Hoda Kotb become the main co‑anchor of the Today show?She became the main co‑anchor in 2018 and stayed in that role until 2025.

Broadcast Journalism: The field of reporting news and current events through electronic media such as television and radio.
Television Personality: An individual recognized for their public presence and engaging demeanor on television programs, often in hosting capacities.
News Magazine Program: A television program that features a variety of news segments, interviews, and investigative reports, often with a thematic focus.
Co-anchor: One of two or more individuals who share the primary hosting duties for a television or radio program.