By Criss
In a recent episode of the “Today with Hoda and Jenna,” co-hosts Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager sparked a lively discussion about the striking resemblance between Gavin Rossdale’s new girlfriend and his ex-wife, Gwen Stefani.
The conversation was ignited by Kotb’s observation of the couple’s vacation photos in Mexico, where she initially mistook Rossdale’s partner, Xhoana X, for Stefani. The resemblance was so uncanny that Kotb humorously expressed sympathy for Stefani’s current husband, Blake Shelton, joking about the confusion.
Bush Hager joined in, agreeing that the two women looked “identical,” and pondered the implications of having a “type” so specific that it includes similar dressing styles, makeup, and even hairstyles. The debate continued as they considered whether this was a flattering situation or a bizarre one.
The topic became a hot button issue after Page Six released photos of Rossdale, 58, and Xhoana X, 37, enjoying their time together in Cabo San Lucas. The couple, who began dating in 2023 and made their relationship Instagram official in March 2024, were seen cozying up, which only fueled the conversation further.
Rossdale’s history with Stefani, with whom he shares three children and was married from 2002 to 2016, adds another layer to the public’s fascination. Stefani, known for her hits like “Hollaback Girl,” has since married Shelton in 2021 after meeting him on “The Voice.”
The “Today Show” segment highlighted the complexities of celebrity relationships and the public’s interest in the personal lives of stars, leaving viewers to ponder the nuances of attraction and the nature of moving on after a high-profile romance.
