Hoda Kotb Spills The Beans On Today's Most Cringeworthy Halloween Costumes

Halloween is serious business for the Today show crew, but let’s be honest, not all costumes have been winners. In a fun-filled episode of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen on July 9, Hoda Kotb dished on which of her co-stars' Halloween outfits she thinks are better left in the costume closet. And let me tell you, it got real!

Hoda, who’s 59 years young, joined forces with her screen buddy Savannah Guthrie for a late-night chat on Andy Cohen's show. As they flipped through photos of their past Halloween get-ups, they decided to grade them using the Paris Olympics theme—gold, silver, or bronze medals. Talk about bringing the competition to a whole new level!

Hoda's Elton John Transformation: A Hit or a Miss?

Let’s rewind to 2018 when Hoda transformed into the legendary Elton John. While Savannah, 52, thought it was gold-worthy, Hoda wasn’t as thrilled. She gave it a bronze, and there’s a good reason for that. The audience’s reaction wasn’t exactly what she expected.

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“I felt so awkward in that costume,” Hoda confessed. “People were coming up to me asking, ‘Who are you supposed to be?’ You know how that feels, right? It’s like being on a sinking ship and everyone’s pointing at you.”

Kathie Lee's Regis Philbin Costume: A Hit or a Miss?

The duo then reminisced about Kathie Lee Gifford’s memorable appearance as Regis Philbin. Hoda thought it was gold-worthy, but Savannah gave it a bronze, explaining, “The hair wasn’t quite right.” It’s true; Kathie Lee’s wig was a dark brown, while Regis famously sported gray locks throughout his career.

Meredith Vieira's Pinocchio Costume: A Golden Moment

One costume that Hoda and Savannah both agreed was pure magic was Meredith Vieira’s Pinocchio get-up. With wooden makeup and Pinocchio’s signature long nose, Meredith nailed it. However, Andy Cohen wasn’t as impressed, saying, “That’s bad.”

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Willie Geist as Harry Styles: Gold Medal Worthy

Hoda and Savannah were unanimous in their decision to award Willie Geist’s Harry Styles costume with a gold medal. It’s safe to say Willie nailed the look.

Al Roker as Charlie Brown and Carson Daly as Linus: The Worst?

When it came to Al Roker dressed as Charlie Brown and Carson Daly as Linus, even Hoda couldn’t bear to look. “Truly, the worst,” Andy, 56, joked. “Almost got your show canceled, sorry Carson.”

Hoda agreed wholeheartedly, saying, “That was literally, you know, the worst we’ve ever done, ever.” Savannah chimed in, “It doesn’t even get a three.” Andy added, “Terrible.”

Even Today host Craig Melvin couldn’t let that one go, recalling it as the worst Halloween ever during his appearance on Watch What Happens Live.

Kathie Lee as C-3PO and Hoda as Yoda: A Star Wars Masterpiece

There was one costume that brought everyone together—Kathie Lee, 70, dressed as C-3PO and Hoda as Yoda. Andy, Savannah, and Hoda all agreed it was a masterpiece.

“Kathie was literally trying to get into character; she kept going, ‘Wow, I need to get into character,’” Hoda revealed. Savannah also admitted she wasn’t a fan of her Kenny Rogers costume, explaining, “I hated that.”

Hoda sympathized, “You know why, because Savannah and I had to keep dressing as men for years.” Savannah chimed in, “Every year they’re like, ‘Be a man.’”