Katie Couric Shares An Urgent Message For The World
Whether it's to keep up on national politics, worldwide natural disasters, or the regional happenings, we watch the news for a number of reasons. And while staying informed usually tops the list of reasons to tune in, there are other aspects of both cable and network news that keeps us coming back for more.
Sometimes, we just want to watch our favorite anchors! Whether they're charming, especially intelligent, or simply funny, newscasters are an important staple of pop culture in America. That's why when beloved Today Show host Katie Couric came out with an urgent message, people were definitely listening...
Katie Couric
Katie Couric is America's favorite news anchor, as her warm presence and thoughtful commentary have charmed the country for decades. She's always used her career to address health concerns in America. She hit the national spotlight once for an affliction, just like Hoda.
Jay Monahan
Her message started in 1989, when Couric wed her first husband, Jay Monahan. The young couple was overjoyed. However, a happily-ever-after was not in the cards for these lovebirds. Soon, tragedy would strike.
Colon for him
In 1998, Doctors informed Monahan he had colon cancer. The diagnosis was devastating — it came as a total shock — and he passed soon afterwards. Couric had just turned 40 and was already a widow.
Time to help
After this, Couric knew she had to become an activist. Although she couldn't save her own husband, she thought, maybe she could save others. Soon, in an effort to raise awareness, she did something that truly shocked the nation.
