Sheinelle Jones: Birthday Surprise & Book Launch

0:00On April 17th, Chanel Jones marked her 48th birthday with a heartfelt surprise on the pre-Tage Friday, April 17th episode of Today, with Jenna and Chanel. Her co-host, Jenna Bush Hager, rolled out a bright pink cake, topped with the cover of Jones' new book, Through Mom's Eyes, Sharing Simple Wisdom From. Mom's Who Raised Standout Kids, it capped off a milestone week with the book's release and tons of love from family and fans. Earlier this week, on Tuesday, April 14, Jones launched the book in New York City, calling it a long time coming after starting it during quarantine. She delayed the debut following some heavy personal losses, but now she's hitting the road for a tour, even planning to celebrate her actual Sunday. April 19th's birthday mid-flight before landing with the kids. Jones got real about the emotions, admitting her 47th birthday last year hit hard, just a month before her husband Uche Oche passed from. Gleo Blastoma at age 45.

1:02She stepped away from the show for months to care for him and their three children. 16-year-old Cain and 13-year-old twins, Clara and Uche. Junior finding light after a dark tunnel. Her kids made their first-today appearance since the loss, surprising her on the fourth hour and bringing tears. Cain told her how proud he was of her grind through the ups and downs, from loss laptops to everything else. This birthday vibe shows Jones turning pain in a purpose, book in hand, and family close, proving tough chapters lead to brighter ones ahead. That's the story for today. Entertainment and celebrity news today? Driven by AI.