'Today' host Hoda Kotb reveals how it feels to be 59 on NBC show, fans say 'you're an inspiration'

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: ‘Today’ Hoda Kotb has reportedly returned to the morning show after a week's hiatus from her duties to celebrate her birthday with family.

During the ‘Today with Hoda and Jenna’ segment, Kotb has candidly reflected on how it feels to be going in her sixties and she’s not only embracing it but celebrating it well.

Her inspirational words have left many fans inspired as they praise her for being “awesome” and sharing an “important message” for everyone out there.

Meanwhile, Kotb celebrated her 59th birthday with her family and daughters, Hope and Haley. She received a beautiful and heartfelt surprise from her daughters as a birthday breakfast in her bed.

‘Today’ host Hoda Kotb’s inspirational message

On Monday, August 14 ‘Today’ episode, Kotb finally made her presence on the show and hosted the ‘Today with Hoda and Jenna’ segment alongside Jenna Bush Hager.

While the duo was chatting and discussing other topics, Kotb wanted to share a powerful message with Hager and the viewers about turning 59 and how she portrays her 60s to be.

She said, “Life is a blink. Turn around what’s happening, watch the news. You’re here and then you’re not­­ -Life is like that”. She continued, “You have to be in it. You can’t be regretting. I mean I was thinking what if I were 80 years old and God said to me, ‘You get to be 59 one more time, Go back!’”.

She further reflected on how she wants to feel being 59 exclaiming, “That’s what it would feel like, to be in this amazing situation. Sometimes I close my eyes and picture my life, how do I see myself in my '60s. And I actually feel so full."

Kotb continued, “I can see what my 60s will be like and I like what my life will be ahead.” “I don’t want to sit here and be like, oh, who cares, man? Who cares?” said Kotb screaming in enthusiasm.

Hager chimed in adding, “I needed this pep talk today!” and Kotb concluded adding, “Yes, because 59 is glorious."

Fans praise Hoda Kotb for being a ‘positive influencer’

Many fans flooded ‘Today with Hoda and Jenna’ official Instagram post featuring Kotb’s clip about her birthday.

‘Today’ fans supported and praised her for being so inspirational and positive as one fan wrote, “Hoda is amazing!” and another added, “Such a positive influencer."

One more fan commented, “@hodakobt you are a real one," while another wished her birthday, “Happy birthday Hoda. You are an inspiration."

One of ‘Today’ followers agreed with Kotb’s statement saying, “You are right Hoda," while another added, “Life really is a blink! Gotta appreciate every moment ??? Thank you for the reminder Hoda!! Love you!!”