Hoda Kotb just showed the world how to do co-parenting right. She posted a super sweet message for her ex-fiancé, Joel Schiffman, on his 68th birthday, calling him "the best DAD!!!"
Seriously, this isn't just a polite nod. Hoda shared several family photos on Instagram, featuring Joel with their two daughters, Haley Joy and Hope Catherine. It's a snapshot of a family that, even after a breakup, clearly puts their kids first.
Hoda and Joel dated for eight years and got engaged in 2019. They adopted Haley in 2017 and Hope in 2019. Even though they called off their engagement in 2021, they've kept things incredibly positive.
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Start Your News DetoxFans were quick to jump into the comments, celebrating Joel and praising the former couple's approach. "What a beautiful family you and Joel made. Blessings always," one fan wrote. Another added, "Co-parenting at its finest."
It’s a powerful reminder that breakups don't have to mean broken families. Their commitment to their daughters means keeping a strong, respectful bond, and they're making it look easy. It's the kind of move that makes you think, "Yeah, more of this, please."
That focus on their girls is what makes this so cool. They're showing everyone that even when relationships change, the love for family can stay just as strong.
