Kotb’s daughters and her “Today” colleagues surrounded her as she tearfully listened to Kermit’s song.
Kotb and her colleagues applauded when the song finished, with Kotb thanking Kermit at its conclusion.
“That was extraordinary.

Kermit the Frog; Hoda Kotb’s final day on ‘Today’.Credit:NBC
I want to say thank you for that.
“Can I say thank you to every person who came out here?
I love you!”
Added Winfrey: Hoda, Hoda, Hoda, well, I know what making this decision feels like.
It will be the best decision for you and for your family.”
Other tributes on Kotb’s last day included a surprise appearance bySimone Bilesand a special message from Maria Shriver.