Kelly Rowland recently made headlines for her abrupt departure from the 'Today' show, leaving co-anchor Hoda Kotb without a guest host for the 10 a.m. hour. The reason behind Rowland's exit was reportedly due to her dissatisfaction with the dressing room provided, which led her and her team to pull out of the show.
Despite the unexpected turn of events, British singer Rita Ora stepped in last minute to fill Rowland's spot and co-host alongside Kotb. Ora expressed gratitude for the opportunity and praised the NBC staff for their kindness and support during the impromptu hosting gig.
On the following episode of the 'Today' show, Kotb took a positive stance by expressing her admiration for Rowland and extending an open invitation for her to return as a guest host. Kotb's co-host, Jenna Bush Hager, echoed the sentiment, emphasizing that Rowland is always welcome on the show.
While some critics labeled Rowland's actions as 'diva expectations,' others, like talk show host Sherri Shepherd, made sure to provide her with a welcoming environment during her appearance on their show. Despite the initial controversy, Rowland's reputation as a kind and amiable individual remains intact, as noted by her longtime representative.
