LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Hoda Kotb's household is abuzz with soccer excitement, even at the cost of some sleep! The ‘Today’ Show anchor, along with her daughters Haley Joy, Hope Catherine, and her mother Sameha "Sami" Kotb, embraced an early morning start to cheer on Team USA at the Women's World Cup.
The broadcast veteran, who adopted her daughters during her relationship with former fiancé Joel Schiffman, shared their spirited support of Team USA on Instagram. Earlier this week, Kotb shared big news as she spoke to the late Tony Bennett’s wife Susan Benedetto, and son, Danny in an intimate interview. Kotb revealed that the conversation was “beautiful and really touching”. The interview aired on Thursday, August 3 on ‘Today’.
Hoda Kotb’s early morning
The Kotb trio, though not donning Team USA gear, exhibited unfiltered morning charm as they gathered around the TV for the match against Sweden. Kotb, in her Eras Tour sweatshirt from the recent Taylor Swift concerts, captioned the moment with enthusiasm. She said, “We up!!! Go USA!!!! @uswnt”. The nail-biting contest extended into penalties, with Kotb’s hopeful comments echoing her support. Alas, the match's outcome didn't favor the US team, as Sweden clinched a 5-4 victory in sudden-death penalties. Despite Megan Rapinoe and Sweden's Nathalie Björn missing their shots, USA's dreams of a third consecutive World Cup victory came to an end. Looking forward, the ultimate showdown is scheduled for August 20, jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand, marking the end of this exhilarating journey.
Hoda Kotb’s new children's book
Meanwhile, Kotb has unveiled her forthcoming children's book, 'Hope Is A Rainbow,' influenced by her 4-year-old daughter, Hope Catherine. Scheduled for a March 2024 release, the book encapsulates the essence of optimism and maintaining a positive perspective. Kotb's inspiration stems from her daughter's courageous act of learning to ride a bike without training wheels at the tender age of four. The book is a tribute to Hope's generous nature, described as a child who readily shares her last blueberry. Kotb explains that the title metaphorically represents Hope as a beautiful and magical presence, akin to a rainbow—a symbol she's been drawn to since infancy. Through heartening narratives, the book delves into the wonder and hope that children perceive in their surroundings, embodying the message of cherishing life's simple enchantments.
