Jenna Bush Hager Admits She Worried Husband Henry Would ‘Fall in Love’ With Popular Today Guest

Jenna Bush Hager and her husband, Henry Hager, have been happily married since 2008, 

sharing a strong bond and three children. However, even in a secure marriage, a little lighthearted jealousy can sneak in—

especially when one of Hollywood’s biggest stars enters the picture.

The Today host recently revealed that she had a playful concern when actress Scarlett Johansson joined her as a guest co-host on Jenna & Friends in January. 

Speaking to People, Bush Hager joked that she worried her husband might be completely charmed by the Black Widow star.

Jenna’s Lighthearted Fear About Henry and Scarlett

While it was all in good fun, Bush Hager admitted that Johansson’s presence on the show made her briefly think about how much Henry might admire the actress. But as the week went on, she quickly realized that she was the one who fell for Johansson instead!

“I thought my husband was going to fall in love with Scarlett,” she quipped. “But it turns out it was me!”

The Today co-host and the Hollywood A-lister formed an instant connection, bonding over shared experiences, including what it was like growing up as twins and the struggles of having uncommon first names.

Bonding Over Twin Life and Uncommon Names

One of the first things Bush Hager and Johansson connected over was their unique experience as twins. While Jenna has a twin sister, Barbara, Johansson has a twin brother, Hunter. Their conversation on the show quickly turned into a relatable exchange about the challenges and joys of having a twin sibling.

The two also shared a nostalgic moment when discussing how difficult it was to find their names on souvenirs in gift shops while growing up. Bush Hager recalled never being able to find a keychain or mug with “Jenna” on it, while Johansson laughed, saying, “There were definitely no Scarletts either.”

Their natural chemistry and genuine laughter during these conversations quickly caught the attention of fans, who loved seeing the duo together on-screen.

Scarlett Johansson Jokingly Claims a Spot on Jenna & Friends

It wasn’t just Bush Hager who enjoyed Johansson’s time on the show—the feeling was mutual. The Lost in Translation star had so much fun that she playfully declared, “I work here now!”

Bush Hager took the joke even further, teasing that she was ready to make a permanent change to the show’s name. “I’m going to cross out ‘Friends’ and put ‘Scarlett’ instead,” she said, hinting at a possible rebrand of Jenna & Friends to Jenna & Scarlett.

The playful banter between the two didn’t go unnoticed, as fans quickly took to social media to express their enthusiasm.

Fans Call for Johansson to Become a Permanent Co-Host

Viewers of the show were thrilled by the effortless dynamic between Bush Hager and Johansson, with many hoping their on-screen partnership would continue beyond just one week.

Fans flooded the comments section of the show’s Instagram page, with one viewer writing, “Look no further! You found your co-host! Love this dynamic duo!”

Another fan added, “This pairing needs to be permanent!” suggesting that Johansson would be a perfect fit as a regular co-host.

While Johansson’s time on Jenna & Friends was temporary, her charm, humor, and easygoing rapport with Bush Hager left a lasting impression. Whether or not she’ll return to the show remains to be seen, but one thing is certain—her week-long stint was a hit with both fans and Bush Hager herself.

A Friendship in the Making?

Beyond their on-air chemistry, Bush Hager and Johansson’s budding friendship seems to have extended off-camera as well. Their shared experiences, laughter, and mutual respect made for an entertaining week on Jenna & Friends, and it wouldn’t be surprising if they continued their bond outside of the studio.

As for Henry Hager, he hasn’t publicly commented on his wife’s humorous fear that he might “fall in love” with Johansson—but given the lighthearted nature of the remark, he’s probably just as entertained as the rest of us.

For now, fans can only hope that Johansson makes another appearance on the show, whether as a guest or—if social media has its way—as a full-time co-host.

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