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Hoda Kotb’s Replacement on ‘Today Show’ Should Know What They’re …

Hoda Kotb will soon walk away from The Today Show, prompting observers to ask one question: Who will replace her?

(Nathan Congleton / TODAY) “The big contender who everyone at the network is talking about is Laura Jarrett — she has a really strong chance,” an NBC insider has told Us Weekly. Both of these personalities are considered rising stars — and executives are aware that Al Roker, Lester Holt and Dateline’s Keith Morrison all may retire in the near future. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images) When she made the announcement, Hoda referenced her young children, making it clear she needed to spend more time with her five and seven-year old.

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