Why are fans criticizing Justin Sylvester and Jenna Bush Hager’s viral video? Following Jenna Bush Hager’s on-air invasion of co-host Justin Sylvester’s personal space, the Today show recently became a hot topic. Despite him indicating that he was uncomfortable, the former kept trying to get closer to Sylvester. Since then, online users have criticized Bush Hager for her behavior.
During the cooking portion of the Today show, hosted by Jenna Bush Hager, Justin Sylvester and special guest Andy Baraghani, things got a little awkward for NBC viewers on Wednesday. As the group prepared a roast chicken, Hager put his hand on Sylvester and moved closer to get a better look at what Baraghani was preparing. She then put her hand on his co-shoulder, the host, but he just pushed her away.
Even though Justin Sylvester put some distance between them, Jenna Bush Hager also kept moving in his direction. However, the former did not take the hint and continued to do so. Bush Hager then smiled at the camera.
A while later, Sylvester was seen pushing her away with his hand.
Internet users found it difficult to witness their quiet conversation. Many criticized the Sisters First author for invading her co-host’s privacy. Sylvester responded to the hate she had received online on her Instagram story.
Justin Sylvester’s comments about his co-host?
Sylvester reveals in the video that nothing was as it seemed. The two were “flirting,” he said. He recounted how he made an effort to get closer to the cook since he was “attractive”. He was pushing her aside as she had a “one-on-one moment” with the visiting chef.
“People thought I was invading my personal space, but that’s not the case. We were both flirting, that’s what we were doing. Well, I was pushing the waitress aside so I could have a one-on-one with the chef because I thought that was so cute.
After clearing Jenna Bush Hager’s reputation, the TV personality praised her for having a kind disposition. He stated:
“That girl is one of the kindest and most hospitable people I have ever met,” the man said.
Sylvester also expressed his displeasure at how the incident was twisted and turned into a show.
Netizens found the wordless conversation awkward to witness, as mentioned above. Many people complained that Bush Hager was going too far. Many online users praised his behavior as “disturbing” to witness.
Fortunately, Sylvester quickly clarified that wasn’t the case before things deteriorated further.
Also, she looks straight into the camera as if to say, “Look how naughty I am, heh heh,” whenever he tries to avoid or push her away. He is not cute and he is disturbing.
NoChillMood
NoChillMood
@ritaag
@HodaAndJenna @flywithkamala omg
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My way, my brand: 49Lifestyle
My way, my brand: 49Lifestyle
@Scorpio19771
@HodaAndJenna @flywithkamala Oh no I was actually pushing her! Were there human resources in this?
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Mom Polysci
Mom Polysci
@polyscimom
@HodaAndJenna @flywithkamala WHAT? He was forced to shoo her away. She didn’t stop.
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There he did well.
There he did well.
@intentionalit
@HodaAndJenna @flywithkamala
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An exhausted Introvert Extrovert, Anita
An exhausted Introvert Extrovert, Anita
@ACGladToBeMe
@HodaAndJenna @flywithkamala That was disgusting to watch. She shook her hand off her shoulder and pushed her back to keep some distance between them as she kept eye contact with the camera.
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Poor man
Poor man
@Badlikeme
@HodaAndJenna @flywithkamala if the genders were switched. You are not wrong.
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Buchanan, Susan
Buchanan, Susan
@susanebuchanan
@HodaAndJenna @flywithkamala Just seeing that was disgusting. I hope the network takes action on this.
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lolo i know
lolo i know
@lolo be
Hoda and Jenna, @flywithkamala She obviously doesn’t respect others’ personal boundaries and ignores their non-verbal warnings. Oh!
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???? ? YOU Anita and nobody else
You two, Anita, and nobody else.
@anita1956
@HodaAndJenna @flywithkamala
See photo on Twitter
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How old is Justin Sylvester?
The 35-year-old is a Los Angeles native. Sylvester graduated from Louisiana State University with a bachelor’s degree. Before getting his big break at Actors Entertainment in 2010, he worked as a personal assistant, life coach, advisor, and stylist.
After starring in Beverly Hills Nannies in 2012, she gained notoriety. Sylvester was able to gain popularity online thanks to his presence as a broadcaster on E! NewsLive.
