Sheinelle Jones found her passion on the Today show, but her husband is the one who captured her heart. For years, the broadcast journalist was married, and they had a family together. Amid Sheinelle’s noticeable absence from Today since early 2025, fans grew curious about her life off-screen. Unfortunately, that May, the reason for her hiatus was revealed: Sheinelle’s husband died.
Now that she’s set to return to Today in September 2025, learn more about Sheinelle’s husband and family below.
Who Is Sheinelle Jones’ Husband?
Sheinelle’s late husband is Uche Ojeh. In 2023, the Wild Child host celebrated her and Uche’s anniversary by sharing several photos from their wedding via Instagram.
“Happy Anniversary Uche,” Sheinelle began in her caption. “It’s amazing how life works sometimes … I was born in Philly … moved away as a baby … visited my father every summer after my parents separated … but I never imagined I’d end up having some of the best years of my life and career there, getting married in Philly, and ultimately having 3 kids at the same hospital where I was born. We’ve created beautiful memories…. here’s to a lifetime more.”
In May 2025, Uche died from Glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. He was 45 years old. The news was announced in an episode of Today amid Sheinelle’s absence, with co-host Savannah Guthrie saying, “There are no words for the pain that we feel for Sheinelle and their three young children. Uche was an incredible person. We all loved him. … We just want to say Sheinelle, Kayin, Uche and Clara and the Ojeh family: we are with you, we love you. You are our family, and we’re just sending all of our love to you right now.”
When Did Sheinelle Jones Get Married?
Sheinelle and Uche got married in 2007. According to Today, the two tied the knot in Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia, Sheinelle’s hometown. The spouses met in college at Northwestern University, and, according to Sheinelle, she was Uche’s tour guide when he was looking at their school.
“I can’t even believe I’m admitting this —I was actually his tour guide when he was a senior in high school,” Sheinelle said, per Today. “I was like what a kind, polite, cute guy.”
Does Sheinelle Jones Have Kids?
Yes, Sheinelle shares three children with her husband: Kayin and twins Clara and Uche Jr.
“I’m like, ‘My name is Mommy.’ He’s like, ‘Nope, on the TV, your name is Sheinelle Jones,” she added, per Today.
How Long Has Sheinelle Jones Been on the Today Show?
Sheinelle has been working on the Today show since 2014. That year, she joined the Weekend Today team, then later became a co-host on 3rd hour Today.
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