Sheinelle Jones, co-anchor of the “Today” show, is mourning the loss of her husband, Uche Ojeh, who passed away at the age of 45 after battling glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer. The sad news was announced on-air by Savannah Guthrie, who expressed deep sorrow for Sheinelle and their three children. Describing Uche as an incredible person, Guthrie highlighted the impact he had on those around him, emphasizing his role as Sheinelle’s perfect partner in life.
The couple, who got married in 2007, have three children together: 14-year-old Kayin, and 12-year-old twins Clara and Uche. Sheinelle had previously announced her temporary absence from the show in January to deal with a family health matter, which was later revealed to be related to her husband’s condition. Throughout their relationship, Sheinelle and Uche shared a deep bond, with their love story beginning in the late ’90s when they met at Northwestern University. After dating for eight years, Ojeh proposed during a rainstorm, surprising Sheinelle despite earlier false alarms.
Despite the difficult circumstances, Sheinelle remained grateful for the support she received from her colleagues, family, and viewers. The tight-knit “Today” show family rallied around her during this sensitive time, showing their love and solidarity. Sheinelle’s commitment to honoring her husband’s Nigerian heritage and culture was evident in her desire for their children to embrace both sides of their backgrounds. She cherished the memories they created together and looked forward to many more years of happiness before Uche’s untimely passing.