Jenna Bush Hager just proved she’s not afraid to take a beauty risk—and this time, it’s all thanks to Leslie Bibb and a bold new hairstyle that’s turning heads. During a dramatic moment on Today, the 43-year-old talk show host went for the chop, embracing a sleek bob haircut live on air, much to the delight (and shock) of viewers and her co-hosts.
The inspiration behind her hair transformation? None other than Leslie Bibb, the stylish actress who coined her sharp new cut the “c***y little bob”—a cheeky reference to its confidence-oozing, no-nonsense energy. Bibb’s own cut has been making waves since she debuted it ahead of filming The White Lotus in tropical Thailand, and now, that bold energy seems to be rubbing off on Bush Hager.
“You’re such a badass, you’re cool. I love this,” Bibb gushed, handing Bush Hager a strand of her own freshly snipped locks like a ceremonial passing of the bob torch. Jenna, visibly stunned, responded with a mix of excitement and disbelief: “Whoa, that’s so short.”
With none other than Chris McMillan—yes, the stylist behind Jennifer Aniston’s iconic “Rachel” haircut—guiding the scissors, the makeover took on a life of its own. McMillan, who also gave Bibb her current blunt look, reassured Bush Hager throughout the process that the style would be “modern and sexy.” It’s safe to say he delivered.
Of course, not everyone was on board. Jenna admitted that one of her daughters wasn’t thrilled about the change. “My daughter was like, ‘Mom, don’t do it. You’re gonna regret it,’” she said with a laugh. But regrets? Definitely not Jenna’s vibe.
While fans will have to wait until the next day to see the full finished look, the sneak peek already showcases a sharp, confident transformation. It’s a refreshing move for Bush Hager, who has consistently embraced change and openness on-air, and this new look feels like a reflection of her evolving, fearless spirit.
Back in March, Bibb gave fans a closer look at her now-viral cut via social media, joking, “Some people have ‘The Rachel,’ I have the c***y little bob.” With hair cut slightly below her ears and angled longer in the front, the style isn’t just effortlessly chic—it’s built for real-life wear and tear, especially during long filming days in humid climates.
According to McMillan, ease and impact were key. “I think we nailed it, and then we also created a kind of iconic look,” he said of Bibb’s style—and now, with Jenna hopping on board, it seems that “c***y little bob” energy is officially trending.
What makes this moment so delightful isn’t just the hair—it’s the camaraderie between two women supporting each other through reinvention, the playfulness of the entire experience, and the quiet reminder that style isn’t just about looks—it’s about feeling bold enough to be seen.
With her new bob, Jenna Bush Hager just might be entering her coolest chapter yet.
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