The last few days on set were very emotional TODAY – just ask the show’s newest co-host.

The January 13 episode officially marked Craig Melvin’s first day in his new role on the long-running morning show, replacing Hoda Kotb, who just experienced one of the most deserved farewells in daytime television history on January 10. In this adorable Instagram clip, as the show shared, fans witnessed a moment between Melvin and some surprise guests (his entire family) that clearly meant everything to the 45-year-old.

“The best surprise.” 🧡 #TODAYShow,” the caption read.

As soon as Melvin realized what was going on, he immediately collapsed. It was the sweetest thing ever, especially as tears streamed down his and his father’s faces. Melvin will remember the whole family celebrating such an achievement for the rest of his life.

“When I left this morning you were all in bed!” Craig exclaimed as his family greeted him on live television.

His wife Lindsay Czarniak, their children Delano, 10, and Sybil, 8, his parents Lawrence and Betty Jo, and his brother Ryan were all there.

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Melvin’s family confirmed something TODAY Viewers have known it for a long time: no one deserves to sit at the presenter’s desk more than him.

“I have butterflies in my stomach today,” his mother admitted. “He deserves this.”

There wasn’t a dry eye in the house as viewers couldn’t help but share the big moment between Melvin and his family.

“I just love the energy and atmosphere in this show. 😍😍,” one fan commented on Instagram.

There’s something to that TODAY This is so consistently joyful and uplifting.

Craig Melvin’s two children congratulate their father live TODAY

The pleasant moments on Melvin’s first day didn’t end with the spontaneous visit from his family. His two children made the most of their screen time by letting everyone at home watch how amazing their dad is.

“He is a great father and deserves to be here today,” Delano said.

Sybil was also on hand to give viewers the inside scoop on who Melvin is off-camera. And like any eight-year-old, she was brutally honest – and so sweet:

“My dad loves playing with me, he loves tickle fights and he watches TV shows with me,” she announced.

According to his children TODAY is in good hands with Melvin helping to steer the ship into 2025 and beyond, and we couldn’t agree more.