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Today host Hoda Kotb breaks down in tears live on air during emotional reunion with a surprise guest to mark her 60th birthday

Hoda, who celebrated turning 60 with her family last Friday, fought back tears as her cohosts presented her with a video message from people whose lives she has touched over the years.

Hoda Kotb broke down in tears on Monday morning as her Today colleagues organized a surprise reunion for her live on air to mark her 60th birthday. As soon as she heard Bart's voice, Hoda - who was dressed in a bright orange blouse and dark blue denim jeans - quickly turned away from the camera and wiped her eyes as she attempted to compose herself as Savannah, 52, rubbed her arm and tried to console her. Introduced to each other at a Cayman Islands gala to raise money and awareness for breast-cancer programs, Hoda was among event attendees to gravitate toward Jill's optimism.

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