Walker Hayes Brings 'Today' Star Hoda Kotb to Tears on Live Television

Walker Hayes Brings 'Today' Star Hoda Kotb to Tears on Live Television
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Walker Hayes is used to getting a big reaction from fans, who sing along to his impossibly catchy lyrics and attempt the corresponding TikTok-famous dances. But one reaction we wouldn't expect is tears! But that's just what happened when he visited the set of Hoda & Jenna.

Jenna Bush Hager had a series of surprises in store for her cohost Hoda Kotb, who celebrates her 58th birthday this week. During a show last week, Jenna presented Hoda with a boogie board, and then, all of a sudden, she brought out "Fancy Like" singer Walker Hayes to present her with a birthday cake. Walker later led the crowd in a rousing rendition of "Happy Birthday" and performed his famous hit.

Hoda had a strong emotional reaction when the "Y'all Life" singer first appeared. Her jaw dropped, and she pointed to the tears in her eyes as he brought out a yellow birthday cake. Hoda explained that her young daughters Haley and Hope love the singer and even call each other "Walker Hayes."

Hoda's daughters were charmed by Walker's performance of their favorite song and joined him onstage with their own microphones.

Walker, who often travels with his wife and their six children, shared a photo from the day. One excited fan wrote, "So much fun this morning! Gotta love Walker Hayes and his beautiful Family! Hoda ,your 2 little girls are absolute Dolls❤️" and another said, "I’m watching you love your music 🎶 @walkerhayes and I love you @hodakotb Happy Birthday 🎊🎂🎉🎁🎈"

Hoda was clearly touched by the outpouring of love and affection. We'll join Walker in wishing her a very happy birthday!

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