- Saturday, May 24, 2025
Uche Ojeh, husband of TODAY host Sheinelle Jones, has passed away at 45 after fighting glioblastoma. A beloved father, husband, and community pillar, his loss leaves a deep void in the hearts of many.
By: Vibhuti Pathak
Uche Ojeh, the beloved husband of TODAY show host Sheinelle Jones, has died at the age of 45 after a courageous fight against glioblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of brain cancer. His death was announced during the May 23 episode of NBC’s TODAY, where co-host Savannah Guthrie paid an emotional tribute to the man she described as “an incredible person full of joy and warmth.”
“With profound sadness, we share this morning that Uche Ojeh, the husband of our friend and TODAY co-host Sheinelle Jones, has passed away after a brave battle with glioblastoma,” Guthrie said, her voice reflecting the sorrow of the TODAY family. “There are no words for the pain we feel for Sheinelle and their three young children.”
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Ojeh’s journey with Sheinelle began in the late 1990s at Northwestern University, where their love story started when Sheinelle, then a freshman, gave Uche, a visiting high school senior, a campus tour. Their relationship blossomed over the years and culminated in a heartfelt proposal back on the grounds of their alma mater. They married in September 2007 in Sheinelle’s hometown of Philadelphia.
The couple went on to raise a close-knit family, welcoming their eldest son Kayin in 2009, followed by twins Uche Jr. and Clara in 2012. Friends and colleagues remember Uche as a dedicated father who lived for his family. “He loved those kids more than anything else in this world,” said TODAY co-host Craig Melvin. “He was that dad on the sideline of every soccer game, cheering at every recital. His pride in his children was immeasurable.”
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Beyond being a devoted husband and father, Ojeh was a man of deep faith and cultural pride. He passionately passed down his Nigerian heritage to his children and was actively involved in his community. A gifted singer and avid soccer player, he found joy in simple pleasures and always put his family first.
Those who knew Uche speak of a love story built on mutual respect, support, and devotion. Whether cheering Sheinelle on as she completed the New York City Marathon or sharing quiet moments of encouragement, their bond was evident to all who saw them together. In return, Sheinelle stood by Uche through his most challenging days, celebrating his triathlon accomplishment just weeks before his health declined.
Uche Ojeh’s memory will live on through the legacy of love and strength he leaves behind. As the TODAY team and his loved ones continue to grieve this immense loss, they also celebrate a life marked by kindness, resilience, and profound love.
