What is hoda?

Hoda Kotb is a well-known television news anchor and journalist. She was born on August 9, 1964, in Norman, Oklahoma, and raised in Morgantown, West Virginia, and Alexandria, Virginia. Hoda is of Egyptian descent, and her parents, A.K. and Sameha Kotb, emigrated from Egypt to the United States.

Hoda Kotb graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in broadcast journalism from Virginia Tech in 1986. She began her career in television news as a reporter and anchor for various local stations in cities such as Greenville, Mississippi, and New Orleans, Louisiana.

Hoda gained national recognition as a correspondent for NBC News, where she has worked since 1998. She became a household name as one of the co-hosts of the fourth hour of NBC's "Today" show alongside Kathie Lee Gifford, starting in 2008. The show became known for its light-hearted and conversational style. In January 2018, Hoda was named the co-anchor of the main "Today" show segment alongside Savannah Guthrie, following Matt Lauer's departure.

In addition to her television work, Hoda Kotb is a published author, having written several books, including memoirs and inspirational reads. Some of her notable works include "Hoda: How I Survived War Zones, Bad Hair, Cancer, and Kathie Lee," and "I Really Needed This Today: Words to Live By."

Hoda is also known for her personal story of resilience, having overcome breast cancer and being open about her journey, which has inspired many. She has adopted two daughters, Haley Joy Kotb and Hope Catherine Kotb, and often speaks about the importance of family and love in her life.