Sheinelle Jones’ absence from ‘Today’ is due to ‘serious’ family matter: report

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revealed on Wednesday that she is taking an extended break from the morning show to handle a family health matter. Now, new details have emerged about her absence.The journalist, 46, did not disclose the nature of the issue, but a source close to Jones told People the situation is “serious.”The health matter does not concern Jones or her and husband Uche Ojeh’s three children: 14-year-old Kayin and 12-year-old twins Clara and Uche.“Sheinelle appreciates the support she’s received from fans and viewers in her absence,” the source told the outlet. “She’s especially grateful for her tight-knit ‘Today’ show family and co-hosts, for all their love during a sensitive time.”Jones has been on “Today” since 2014, co-hosting “3rd Hour of Today” next to Al Roker, Craig Melvin and Dylan Dreyer.

The reporter also fills in as co-anchor for “Today” and a guest co-host for “Today with Jenna & Friends.”In her Wednesday Instagram post, Jones thanked viewers for their concern in the wake of her absence.“I sincerely appreciate all of you who have reached out while I’ve been absent from the show.

I want to share with you that I’m taking time to deal with a family health matter,” she wrote.“It’s not lost on me how lucky I am to have not only the support of my ‘Today’ show family, but to also have all of you,” Jones added. “Your kindness means so much to me.

I’ll see you soon.”Her “Today” family showed their support in the comments section, with Savannah Guthrie writing, “We love you so.