Courtesy of Sheinelle Jones/Instagram Sheinelle Jones has a family both on and off the Today show. Born in 1978 to parents Sheila Kinnard and Judge C. Darnell Jones, who are divorced, Sheinelle is one of five siblings, two of whom are twins. She later welcomed her own set of twins, Clara and Uche Jr., as well as son Kayin with husband Uche Ojeh, whom she wed in 2007. While several of Sheinelle's relatives joined her on Today over the years, she announced in January 2025 that she was taking time off from the NBC morning show to "deal with a family health matter." She did not specify which family member was affected by the health concern at the time. News broke in May 2025 that Sheinelle's husband died at age 45 after battling brain cancer. Sheinelle returned to the Today show that September, reflecting on her grief in an emotional interview with Savannah Guthrie. A Guide to the 'Today' Show Hosts' Families: Meet Their Kids and Spouses Three months later, Sheinelle was named Jenna Bush Hager's permanent cohost on the fourth hour of Today, replacing Hoda Kotb. Scroll down to get to know Sheinelle's family members: Judge C. Darnell Jones Courtesy of Sheinelle Jones/Instagram Sheinelle's dad began his career in 1987 as a judge in the Court of Common Pleas in Philadelphia, per his bio on the University of Pennsylvania's law school website. Throughout his renowned career as a judge, C. Darnell served as President Judge of the Court of Common Pleas for the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania, was appointed the Chair of the Administrative Governing Board of the First Judicial District by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and acted as an adjunct law professor at schools such as St. Joseph's University's Graduate School, Temple University School of Law, The National Institute for Trial Advocacy and UPenn. C. Darnell was nominated to the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania by former President George W. Bush (a.k.a. Bush Hager's dad) and was sworn in to the role in 2008. Sheinelle revealed via Instagram in November 2022 that her dad retired after 35 years as a judge upon turning 73. Does Today's Sheinelle Jones Have a Belly Button? She Debunks 'Urban Legend' She, her siblings and their respective spouses and kids got together to surprise C. Darnell with a family reunion for his 75th birthday in November 2024. "This might be the best surprise 'The Jones Siblings' have pulled off yet!" she captioned an Instagram video of their gathering. "My father had no idea we were rolling into town, complete with pillows and air mattresses to crash! Haha - Happy 75th Birthday to the best father & pop pop 🥰❤️❤️❤️." Sheila Kinnard Courtesy of Sheinelle Jones/Instagram Like her ex-husband, Sheinelle's mother is also retired after working as a drama teacher at the Mayberry Cultural Fine Arts Middle School, according to her bio on The Forum Theater's website. "She now fills her days with reading and running around to stay busy," Sheila's bio reads. "Audiences have enjoyed her talents since 1998 in many shows and musicals with various companies here in Wichita. She lives by her motto: 'Expect the best and the best is what you'll get.'" Sheinelle shared a sweet birthday tribute to her mom via Instagram in July 2024. "To the woman who has ALWAYS patiently answered my questions or addressed my needs ... even when we were supposed to be taking a picture! ☺️ (Now I can ask all of the questions I want, for a living! Ha)," she captioned pics of the two of them from over the years. "I am so thankful for you! Happy Birthday Mom! I love you!!" Antonia Thomas and Fernando Jones Courtesy of Antonia Jones Thomas/Instagram All four of Sheinelle's siblings crashed an episode of the third hour of Today in April 2019, acting as models for a fashion segment. Twins Antonia and Fernando showed off their looks together, much to Sheinelle's surprise and delight. While not much is known about Fernando, Antonia shares three kids with her husband, Clifton. Cardozie Jones and Keesha Williams NBC Like Fernando, Sheinelle's eldest sibling, Keesha, keeps her social media private. However, Sheinelle revealed to Today.com in December 2018 that Keesha has five kids. "I always say, 'Keesha, Keesha, Keesha,' instead of 'Marcia, Marcia, Marcia," Sheinelle joked on Today in April 2019. According to his Instagram, Sheinelle's brother Cardozie has been married to his husband, Dewey Fleszar, since 2018. "Our entire relationship can be defined by moments like these: walking down streets we love, talking about our hopes and dreams for the future. Let's never stop," he captioned an Instagram photo of the two of them in May 2023. "Happy Anniversary Dewey. I love you." Jo Brown Courtesy of Sheinelle Jones/Instagram Sheinelle credits her maternal grandmother with helping her excel in school by making her read street signs while driving around together during her childhood. "I remember coming home one day in middle school and I was like, 'Oh man, Englis