It’s been a year of fresh starts for Dwyane Wade. After revealing that he battled cancer back in 2013, the Heat legend hasn’t slowed down one bit. From analyzing the Paris Olympics to dropping gems on multiple podcasts, he’s been everywhere. And just like him, The Today Show is also embracing change.

Today With Hoda & Jenna just got a major shake-up. With Hoda Kotb stepping away, the show has officially rebranded as Today With Jenna & Friends. Now, Jenna Bush Hager is leading the charge with a rotating panel of celebrity guests. And guess who just joined her? None other than Wade himself.

So, how did it go? Well, let’s just say it was anything but dull. “We laughed, we cried and we had the best time with @dwyanewade this week! Thank you for co-hosting,” the $132.13 billion network shared on Instagram. Clearly, Wade made an impact—but what did he think?

Turns out, he felt the love too. “The way y’all have embraced me has made me feel like I can do anything,” he wrote on social media. But it’s not just Wade or the network feeling the magic—fans are all in. And now, calls are mounting for him to stay, with viewers demanding more.

Fans rally behind Dwyane Wade’s permanent spot

As soon as NBC dropped photos from Dwyane Wade’s guest-hosting stint, fans wasted no time sharing their excitement. “❤❤❤ He shot a 3-pointer on this one!! Great job & enjoyed him immensely!!” one fan raved. And they weren’t alone. “By far best co-host!!!!” another chimed in, making it clear that Wade didn’t just show up—he delivered.

During the show, D-Wade talked about his own vulnerable cancer journey. In January, CBS shared Dwyane Wade had undergone surgery in December 2023 after doctors diagnosed him with kidney cancer. Surgery removed 40 percent of his kidney, a shocking fact for the former NBA star. ANd that left an impression on fans.

They didn’t stop at just praising him. Instead, they started demanding more. “He’s the one! Please choose him, Jenna! Y’all are great together!” one fan pleaded. Another echoed the sentiment, writing, “He was so awesome … let’s keep him 🩷.” Clearly, Wade left an impression, and viewers aren’t ready to let him go.

Interestingly, Today With Jenna & Friends has already seen a revolving door of celebrity co-hosts since Hoda Kotb’s exit. From Gabrielle Union and Scarlett Johansson to Password host Keke Palmer and Saturday Night Live’s Mikey Day, over 21 guests have taken a seat next to Jenna Bush Hager. But none has sparked quite the reaction that Wade has.

So, what makes Wade the fan-favorite? One viewer summed it up perfectly: “Easy to listen to, easy to look at & extremely real, loving & entertaining. What a happy surprise. Definitely has my vote!” It’s not hard to see why.

When he stepped into the commentary world for the Paris Olympics, his debut as an analyst turned heads. Now, could Today make him a permanent fixture? Only time will tell.