Fans of *Today With Jenna & Friends* are rallying around Matt Rogers as a prime candidate for a permanent cohosting role alongside Jenna Bush Hager. During the episode aired on October 15, 2023, Bush Hager reflected on a recent book event and shared that several viewers expressed admiration for Rogers.
“Many moms and daughters mentioned that Matt is their favorite,” Bush Hager noted. One mother, who works as a teacher, explained how they watch the show together after school. The daughter even mentioned recognizing Rogers from the podcast *Las Culturistas*.
Matt Rogers’s Popularity
Rogers, who is an actor and comedian, has gained popularity for his performances in various productions, including:
- Our Cartoon President
- Q-Force
- Fire Island
- I Love That for You
- No Good Deed
- Good Fortune
He also cohosts the podcast *Las Culturistas* with Bowen Yang, strengthening his appeal among viewers. Rogers has stepped in as a guest host several times since Hoda Kotb departed the morning show in January. Alongside Bush Hager, he hosted full weeks in May and August, and he returned on October 14, continuing through October 17.
Audience Support
Viewers have expressed their support for Rogers on social media. Many have commented on his engaging presence and the chemistry he shares with Bush Hager. Comments such as “We love Matt Rogers ❤️ give that man a job!” and “When he’s on I watch the entire hour” highlight the strong fan support for him as a potential permanent host.
During a previous appearance on *Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen*, Hoda Kotb mentioned Rogers as one of her preferred choices for a permanent role. She recognized his strong connection with Bush Hager, suggesting that audience chemistry is vital to the show’s success.
Bush Hager humorously remarked, “We’ll be here tomorrow. Bring all your moms to fall in love with Matt.” As the show continues to explore its future cohosting options, fans eagerly await further updates on Rogers’s potential position.
