Hoda Kotb acknowledges similarities with Cardi B and Offset’s post-split connection, two years after ending her engagement to Joel Schiffman.

During a conversation with her “Today with Hoda & Jenna” co-host, Jenna Bush Hager, Kotb candidly admits to falling into old habits, alluding to a rendezvous with her former fiancé Joel Schiffman. She expresses regret and reflects on the challenge of maintaining willpower in such situations.

Kotb shares her experience of encountering her ex after being apart for a month or two, highlighting the tendency to forget past issues and question why the relationship ended. Jenna Bush Hager cautions Cardi B about the potential pitfalls of holiday reunions with ex-partners.

The conversation humorously explores the scenario of sending a seemingly innocent holiday message to an ex, only for it to take an unexpecteԀ turn. Both Kotb and Cardi had endured lengthy relationships before their respective breakups.

Hoda Kotb and Joel Schiffman, her partner of eight years, ended their engagement in January 2022. Kotb emphasizes the idea that some relationships are meant for a season, and theirs served its purpose.

In a parallel narrative, Cardi B confirmed her separation from Offset in December after six years of marriage. The couple’s relationship took drаmаtic turns, with Cardi publicly expressing her frustrations. Despite a New Year’s Eve hookup, Cardi maintains that they are not back together.

The essay explores the relatable challenges of post-breakup interactions and the humorous side of navigating unexpecteԀ encounters with ex-partners during the holiday season.