Carson Daly is joining Saturday Today as its new co-anchor alongside Laura Jarrett.
Today announced the appointment on air.
Carson, 53, will continue appearing on the weekday programme. He will also remain host and executive producer of The Voice.
Carson has been announced as the new co-anchor of Saturday Today (Credit: Steven/AFF-USA/Shutterstock)
Carson Daly explains why the Today role matters
Speaking during the announcement, Carson focused on the opportunity to develop his broadcasting skills alongside Laura.
He told his Today colleagues: “I should just say, I’ve been very lucky to have a lot of TV gigs. But this one’s really special.”
He stressed that he did not take the opportunity lightly. Carson also praised the quality of his colleagues and described the team as a family.
The new job means he will spend six days a week in the building. The cast celebrated his appointment with a Guinness toast.
Savannah Guthrie also celebrated the news, comparing Carson’s contribution to salt and pepper making a meal taste better.
She told the pair: “Carson and Laura, we’re so happy for you. Let’s raise a glass to Laura, who’s been holding it down so well.”
Who will join Carson Daly on Saturday Today?
Laura has hosted the Saturday edition of Today since 2023.
Carson will join features anchor Joe Fryer and meteorologist Angie Lassman on the Saturday team.
He singled out producers Carluccio, Dave, and Sarah while discussing the Saturday crew. He succeeds Peter Alexander, who left the role in March after 22 years with the network.
On social media, fans congratulated Carson on his new role.
“Carson deserves everything!!!! Love him!!!! Congratulations!” one fan said. “Congrats!!! Carson well deserved,” another wrote.
“Congratulations Carson!!!! What a big deal!” a third gushed.
Carson joins Laura on the show (Credit: Photo by MediaPunch/Shutterstock)
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