AceShowbiz - Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager, co-hosts of "Today with Hoda & Jenna," couldn't conceal their disappointment as they delved into the 2025 Golden Globes nominations. The glaring omission of "Wicked" director Jon M. Chu from the Best Director category has left many in disbelief, including Kotb and Bush Hager.

"I want to preface our next topic by saying, we're angry and it's on our 'jangly list,' " Kotb declared. Bush Hager echoed her sentiments, emphasizing, "The bad news that we're very disappointed about is Jon Chu who's the director of 'Wicked' [didn't get nominated]."

"Wicked," a cinematic adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical, garnered several nominations, including Best Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical. Its lead actresses, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, were also recognized for their outstanding performances, but audiences and critics believe Chu's monumental efforts to bring the story to life deserve equal recognition.

Both co-hosts praised Chu's directorial ingenuity. "That was a visual masterpiece, period," Kotb remarked. Bush Hager added, "Critics praised Chu for 'going back to the olden times of Hollywood' and doing 'everything he had to do to make it as colorful and as beautiful' as it was."

The duo even humorously suggested punishments for the awards committee, with Bush Hager quipping, "We need to take whoever decided that and have them watch Cats over and over again just to show them how hard it is to direct a masterpiece!"

The snub has ignited a social media uproar. Fans took to platforms like X (formerly Twitter) to voice their frustration. "Jon chu was ROBBED," one disgruntled fan tweeted, while another lamented, "Jon Chu getting snubbed for Wicked is a horrible way to start the week."

Despite the setback, Chu showcased grace and humility, opting to celebrate the film's successes and congratulating the recognized talents, Erivo and Grande. He reposted the Golden Globes' announcements on social media, reflecting his enduring support for the "Wicked" family.

Kotb concluded the segment with optimism, confidently predicting, "He's going to get an Oscar nomination for sure … I mean, that's a given."

Award shows often face scrutiny over their selections, and the Golden Globes are no exception. Jon M. Chu's snub serves as a poignant reminder that even outstanding work can sometimes be overlooked, but recognition comes in many forms - and the journey towards it is ongoing.