Behind The SMILES Of The ‘Today’ Crew Lies A SILENT PAIN As They Open Up About SHEINELLE JONES’s Emotional ABSENCE And Her Private Family STRUGGLE

On May 23, the Today cast gathered together to say goodbye to one of the most important people in Sheinelle Jones‘ life.

Sharing the news on the NBC morning show, it was announced that Sheinelle’s husband Uche Ojeh died at age 45 from a form of brain cancer called glioblastoma. Married since September 2007, Uche left behind Sheinelle and their three children: Kayin, Uche and Clara.

“With profound sadness, we share this morning that Uche Ojeh, the husband of our friend and TODAY co-host Sheinelle Jones, has passed away after a courageous battle with an aggressive form of brain cancer called glioblastoma,” Savannah Guthrie said during the broadcast. “There are no words for the pain we feel for Sheinelle and their three young children. Uche was an incredible person. We all loved him. And so we want to take a moment to tell you more about the remarkable man who was Sheinelle’s perfect partner in life.”

 

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Sheinelle Jones first made her debut on the Today show in 2014, and she has since become a face folks look forward to seeing every morning.

While she frequently chimes in on stories alongside Craig Melvin, Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker and her other co-stars, over the last few months, fans are aware she hasn’t been appearing alongside them on TV. In fact, Sheinelle has been absent from Today since December 19, 2024 (per People), leaving viewers wondering about why she isn’t on the air.

So, what is going on and where is Sheinelle Jones on the Today show in 2025? Well, she gave details about why she’s been absent — and it’s for a reason that has her Today family continuing to rally around her months after her unexpected departure.

Why isn’t Sheinelle Jones on the Today show?

While viewers may be aware Sheinelle stepped away from Today to tend to a family health matter, some of her fellow cast members did give an important update on her wellbeing in April 2025.

When Craig Melvin, Al Roker and Dylan Dreyer spoke to Access Hollywood, the trio revealed she does have plans to eventually return to the Today show. But more importantly, they stated how they’re in constant communication with her and have her in their thoughts throughout her absence.

“Just talked to her a couple of days ago,” Craig revealed in a clip posted on YouTube. “She’s taking some time to be with her family, and we talk to her all the time. We love our girl. It’s been nice to see how much everyone loves her, too.”

“We’re just praying for her,” Al added.

“She wishes she was here with us, but she’s doing what she needs to do and she’ll be back,” Dylan agreed.