Peloton’s Ally Love admires her Today colleague Hoda Kotb for her authenticity both on and off camera. Love spoke exclusively to Us Weekly at the 2024 New York City Ballet Spring Gala, praising Kotb for being honest and open in her interactions with fans and members of the Today community. Love sees Kotb as a role model for behavior and appreciates her genuine and approachable demeanor, which has made a positive impact on those around her.
Kotb’s career at NBC News began in 1998 as a Dateline correspondent before she moved on to cohost the fourth hour of Today with Kathie Lee Gifford. In 2018, she was promoted to cohost the show’s first two hours with Savannah Guthrie, and she has been cohosting Today With Hoda & Jenna with Jenna Bush Hager since 2019. Love joined the Today show as a contributor in May 2023 and has enjoyed working alongside the talented individuals on the show. She described the experience as surpassing her expectations and being grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the long-running series.
Love has formed close friendships with Kotb and third hour of Today cohost Sheinelle Jones since joining the show. She shared that both Kotb and Jones emphasized the importance of supporting one another and not engaging in “woman-on-woman crime.” Love appreciates the supportive environment at Today and recalls moments where she was taken aback by the kindness and encouragement she receives from her colleagues. She shared a touching moment when Carson Daly praised her to their boss, proving the positive and uplifting atmosphere at the show.
Being in a supportive environment at Today is a significant aspect of the culture, according to Love. She recounted a moment in the hallway where she felt overwhelmed by the positivity and encouragement from her colleagues. Love recently appeared on the show to share tips and products for a stress-free spring season, demonstrating her expertise and engagement with the viewers. Kotb was also present during the episode, showcasing her dedication to the show and her commitment to providing valuable content to the audience.
Love admires Kotb’s longevity in the industry and the impact she has made on the Today show and its viewers. She sees Kotb as a model for behavior and appreciates the genuine and welcoming atmosphere she creates on and off camera. Love’s positive experiences and connections with colleagues like Kotb and Jones have made her time at Today fulfilling and rewarding. With supportive colleagues and a welcoming environment, Love is grateful for the opportunity to be a part of such a esteemed series and continue to grow as a media professional.
