Sheinelle Jones, beloved co-host of NBC’s *TODAY* show, has shared with her fans 

that she is taking some time off the air to attend to a “family health matter.” 

The announcement came through a heartfelt message from Sheinelle herself, which was read out loud by her colleague Savannah Guthrie during the broadcast on January 15.

In her statement, Sheinelle expressed deep gratitude for the support she’s received from her fans and the *TODAY* show family during her absence. 

She wrote on Instagram, “Hi everybody … I sincerely appreciate all of you who have reached out while I’ve been absent from the show. 

I want to share with you that I’m taking time to deal with a family health matter.”

She went on to acknowledge the overwhelming kindness she’s felt from her audience and colleagues, noting, “It’s not lost on me how lucky I am to have not only the support of my Today Show family, but to also have all of you. Your kindness means so much to me.”

In closing, Sheinelle signed off with a message of love, saying, “I’ll see you soon. Love, Sheinelle ❤️,” leaving her fans hopeful and eagerly awaiting her return.

Sheinelle has been a familiar and trusted face on *TODAY* since joining NBC News in 2014. Over the years, she has become an integral part of the team, particularly as a co-host on the third hour of the show. Her absence has been felt deeply by her colleagues, and her absence was a topic of discussion among *TODAY*’s on-air personalities.

During the segment on January 15, Savannah Guthrie read Sheinelle’s message aloud to viewers and followed it up with her own expression of love and support for her colleague. “We know so many of you have been asking about Sheinelle, and missing her, and we miss her, too,” Savannah said, showing the genuine affection the *TODAY* family has for Sheinelle.

Craig Melvin, another of Sheinelle’s co-hosts, also joined in the show of support. “Sheinelle, we all love you, and we are so looking forward to having you back,” he said, reinforcing the positive and caring environment at *TODAY*.

The support for Sheinelle extended beyond her co-hosts, as her fellow *TODAY* personalities expressed their well wishes in the comments on her Instagram post. Savannah Guthrie, who had read Sheinelle’s message on-air, wrote, “We love you so. not the same without you. we will see you soon ❤️.” Jenna Bush Hager also took to social media, sharing her love and admiration for Sheinelle, saying, “You are a queen and are LOVED beyond measure! Wrapping our arms around you, always ❤️.”

Fans of *TODAY* also flooded Sheinelle’s post with their kind words and support, showing just how much she is appreciated by her audience. One fan wrote, “Thank you for sharing this, Sheinelle. You are so loved. ❤️,” while another commented, “Take care …. Miss you and hope you are back soon❤️.”

Sheinelle’s heartfelt message and the outpouring of support from her colleagues and fans alike reflect the strong bond between the *TODAY* host and her audience. Although Sheinelle’s absence is felt, her family and health come first, and her fans are rallying around her as she takes the necessary time to focus on her loved ones.

As Sheinelle takes this time for personal matters, her return to *TODAY* is eagerly anticipated. The *TODAY* family, both on-air and off, continues to send their love and positive thoughts, reinforcing the supportive, caring community that has been a hallmark of the show since its inception.

For now, Sheinelle’s health and well-being are the priority, and fans can only hope that she will return soon, feeling rejuvenated and ready to continue her impactful work on *TODAY*. Until then, the outpouring of support from her colleagues and fans ensures she knows just how much she is loved and missed.

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