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Sheinelle Jones, the co-host of '3rd Hour of Today,' has opened up about her recent absence from the show and the reasons behind it.

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NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 01: Sheinelle Jones was present at The American Heart Association's Go Red for Women Red Dress Collection Concert 2023, held on February 01, 2023, in New York City. (Image credit: Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for The American Heart Association)

Sheinelle Jones, a well-known co-host of “3rd Hour of Today,” took to Instagram to share a message and provide an update regarding her nearly month-long hiatus from the show. 

Jones, who has been a part of the “Today” family since 2014, shared that she has been away dealing with a “family health matter,” though she wasn’t specific about what that is. 

"Hello everyone… I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you who have contacted me during my time away from the show. I’d like to let you know that I’m currently taking some time to address a family health issue," she said. 

“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. Your kindness means so much to me. I’ll see you soon”

Naturally, fans have been speculating about her absence, especially since she was missing from the farewell event for Hoda Kotb on January 10.

“Where in the world is Sheinelle Jones?” one X user wrote, echoing the sentiments of many.

Some folks thought she’d been fired, but many were mostly just concerned. However, her co-hosts have shown their support and love for Jones. Hosts Craig Melvin and Savannah Guthrie shared some words for Jones during a “Today” live broadcast: 

"Sheinelle, we adore you and can’t wait to have you back with us," Melvin expressed. Guthrie added, "We'll be seeing you shortly." 

Our thoughts and prayers are with Sheinelle Jones and her family during this difficult period. 

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