As the lineup of guest hosts continues to expand on “TODAY with Jenna & Friends,” Jenna Bush Hager may soon have a tough choice to make.
With a variety of stars stepping in to co-host, one question lingers—will she invite any family members to join her on air in the near future?
During an interview on January 13, Hager admitted that she has considered the idea. However, a so-called “lifetime ban” issued by her husband,
Henry Chase Hager, could prevent their eldest daughter from appearing on the show. The couple shares three children—Mila, 11, Poppy, 9, and Hal, 5.
“They’re not exactly jumping at the opportunity, but I may give them a little push, as I’ve done my whole life,” Hager said. “You know who really wants to do it? Mila Hager.”
While Mila may be eager to take her place in the spotlight, she would have to convince her parents that she can keep certain family secrets under wraps.
The 11-year-old has gained a reputation for revealing a little too much when given the chance—especially when cameras are rolling.
“She said something very controversial,” Hager explained, referring to a past on-air moment. “Because of that, my husband gave her a lifetime ban. We’ll see if that gets lifted—maybe for Bring Your Kids to Work Day. But let’s just say she hasn’t always been the most supportive.”
So, what exactly did Mila say that led to such a restriction? The answer can be traced back to her debut on “TODAY” on December 20, 2022, when she innocently shared a few too many details about her mother’s personal habits.
During the appearance, Hager and her daughter engaged in a casual conversation alongside Hoda Kotb. When Kotb mentioned that Hager often laughs to the point of breathlessness, Mila decided to share an anecdote that left her mother speechless.
“Yeah, one time she was laughing in our living room and she peed her pants!” Mila exclaimed. “You had to change your pajamas!”
The unexpected revelation left Hager visibly stunned. But the moment wasn’t over just yet. Mila delivered one more unexpected truth bomb before her mother could recover.
“She never wears underwear!” the 11-year-old blurted out. “She’s not wearing it right now! I saw her change!”
With that statement, the audience learned something new about Hager—something she later confirmed herself. The candid confession likely solidified Henry Hager’s decision to keep Mila off live television indefinitely.
Parenting comes with its fair share of surprises, and for Hager, that surprise came in the form of her daughter sharing family secrets with millions of viewers. Now, it’s clear why her husband put a firm “ban” in place—at least for now.
Meanwhile, “TODAY with Jenna & Friends” continues its search for the perfect permanent co-host. Over the next few weeks, Hager will be joined by a variety of celebrity co-hosts, including Taraji P. Henson, Eva Longoria, Keke Palmer, and Scarlett Johansson. The show’s rotating guest host format has kept things exciting as Hager explores different dynamics before settling on a long-term partner.
In the same January 13 interview, Hager shared her enthusiasm for the ongoing process.
“All of the women who have agreed to co-host are dream guests,” she said. “The fact that they’re willing to step in and take on this role means so much to me. Hosting is work, and they’re leaving their homes to come be with us. We don’t take that lightly, and we are so excited.”
As the guest host lineup continues to grow, fans will be watching closely to see who eventually lands the coveted spot as Hager’s permanent co-host. Whether or not her daughter Mila will ever get the chance to redeem herself remains uncertain. But if her “lifetime ban” is ever lifted, audiences can be sure she’ll bring the same unfiltered honesty that made her first appearance so memorable.
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