For years, fans of NBC’s “Today” show have viewed Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb as one of morning TV’s most beloved duos. Their easy banter and emotional moments on the show helped build the image of a close off-camera friendship as well. But according to new insider claims, their relationship behind the scenes may not have been as seamless as it appeared. Reports are now alleging that tension and competition quietly existed throughout much of their time working together.
Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb allegedly embroiled in feud rumors
New reports are casting doubt on the long-running belief that Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb shared a genuine off-screen bond. According to insiders cited by RadarOnline, the pair allegedly maintained a professional partnership for television while privately struggling to connect. One source claimed the two “have never [gotten] along,” despite their polished chemistry in front of viewers every morning.
The speculation intensified after Kotb returned to the “Today” desk earlier this year following her departure from full-time anchoring in January 2025. Her reunion with Guthrie on air appeared cheerful and supportive, but reports later suggested there may have been tension beneath the surface. An insider alleged the two were “never a natural pairing,” adding that the relationship worked more as a professional arrangement than a close friendship.
It seems competition also allegedly played a major role in their dynamic over the years. According to one insider, morning television is an intensely “cutthroat” environment where ratings are constantly being monitored. The source reportedly suggested that pressure inside the network may have added strain to relationships between anchors.
At the same time, additional claims have surfaced about earlier staffing decisions at NBC. As per insiders, Guthrie reportedly favored another colleague for a major anchor role before Kotb ultimately stepped into the position herself. Sources claimed the decision may have contributed to lingering friction behind the scenes.
