As Hoda Kotb prepares to walk down the aisle with Joel Schiffman, his daughter Kyle Schiffman is beaming with excitement. Kyle, now 25, opened up to Closer Weekly about how thrilled she is to see her father find happiness with one of America's favorite TV personalities. Let's dive deeper into this heartwarming story and learn why Kyle believes her dad and Hoda are a perfect match.
Why Kyle Believes Her Dad and Hoda Are Perfect Together
It's clear that Kyle Schiffman has been thoroughly impressed by the bond between her dad, Joel Schiffman, and Hoda Kotb. In an exclusive interview with Closer Weekly, just weeks after the couple announced their engagement on November 25, Kyle gushed about the couple's happiness. She shared, "It's great to finally see the two of them so happy. They love doing the same things, and they genuinely enjoy each other's company. They're perfect for each other, and I love them both so much!"
How Hoda Became a Part of Kyle's Life
Hoda Kotb, 55, has been a part of Kyle's life since she began dating Joel Schiffman, 61, back in 2013. The couple's story is as charming as it gets. Hoda initially hesitated to attend an event for Wall Street professionals, where Joel was present. However, she ended up going, and that's where their journey began. Hoda recounted the story during a segment on the morning talk show in April 2014, saying, "They asked me to sign some books, and one guy said, 'Can you sign it to my grandma?' Then Joel walked up and said, 'I'll take a book.' I asked, 'Who do you want me to write it to — your girlfriend, your wife, your aunt?' And he simply replied, 'Write it to me.' And that was it!"
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The Arrival of Haley Joy and Hope Catherine
The couple's love story took a beautiful turn when they welcomed their first adopted daughter, Haley Joy, in February 2017. Just two years later, in April 2019, they shared the joyous news of expanding their family with the arrival of their second adopted daughter, Hope Catherine. Fans knew from the start that Hoda and Joel were destined to be together, and these precious additions to their family have only strengthened their bond.
Before the arrival of their daughters, a close friend of Hoda's told Closer Weekly that she wasn't too concerned about making things official. The friend explained, "Honestly, I think Joel is more eager about the idea of getting married than Hoda is. He views it as a natural progression, but Hoda feels that at their age, they could live happily without tying the knot." However, everything changed with the arrival of Haley and Hope. The source added, "She sees how committed Joel is to being a dad again, even at a later stage in life, and that makes Hoda love him even more. So if it's truly important to Joel, she's not going to say no to him."
A New Chapter Awaits
We can't wait to see this wonderful couple make their relationship official, and it seems like we're not the only ones eagerly anticipating the big day. As Hoda and Joel prepare to embark on this next chapter of their lives, it's heartwarming to see the love and support surrounding them, especially from Joel's daughter, Kyle.
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