Sheinelle Jones Overcomes Adversity on 'Today' Show Despite Injury

Sheinelle Jones has been pulling double duty on the Today show while recovering from an injury.

In an Instagram video posted on Tuesday, April 2, Jones, 45, shared a funny incident that led to her injury. She mentioned that after going for a run on Sunday, she fell on her face while running errands in New York City. As a result, she has been icing her knees after each show for the past few days.

Jones then proceeded to show off her "out of control bruises" before making a joke about herself. She shared, "I managed to complete a whole marathon without any injuries, but then I ended up running out of the Dollar Store with plastic and paper plates, heading to Insomnia [Cookies] to grab some cookies for my friends, and suddenly, I tripped and fell flat on my face in front of everyone on the street. But oh well, that's how it goes."

Despite feeling embarrassed, the TV personality took away a valuable lesson from the incident. Jones explained, "It's important for us to be aware of how we move. That's my motto for today. I'm going to pay more attention to my movements from now on."

Jones greeted fans with a "Happy Tuesday" before revealing a scratch on her chin from a fall. She mentioned having makeup over it to hide the mark, but admitted to falling on her face. She emphasized the importance of being mindful in our movements.

In addition, Jones posted a picture on her Instagram Story showing her bruised knees from another fall. She explained that she had tripped in the middle of the street and landed on her knees, causing pain with every step she took.

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Jones has been cohosting the third hour of Today, and she has been filling in for Carson Daly in the show's first two hours since April 1. Daly, who is 50 years old, has not shared the reason for his absence on social media.

Last month, Jones and other Today hosts took a break for spring break. During this time, Jones went on a trip to Puerto Rico with her husband, Uche Ojeh, and their children - Kayin (14), Clara (11), and Uche Jr. (11).

Sheinelle Jones Ices Knees BTS at Today After Falling On My Face in NYC

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Jones shared a montage of photos and videos from her family vacation, trading NYC traffic for some quality family time in the sun. They were hoping for warmer weather upon their return, but unfortunately, that wasn't the case. See you soon!

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Last year, Jones received support from her Today family as she successfully finished the New York City Marathon for the first time. She expressed her gratitude on Instagram, calling it one of the best days of her life. Jones credited her friends @yoyosafe, @jeslynnyc, and @rainyfarrell for helping her through the marathon and joked that they are stuck with her for life. Reflecting on the experience, she marveled at the fact that she had just run 26.2 miles and described it as the longest and most rewarding 4 hours and 41 minutes of her life.

Editor's P/S:

Sheinelle Jones's recent injury is a reminder that accidents can happen anytime, even to the most active and cautious individuals. Her experience highlights the importance of being mindful of our surroundings and movements, as even seemingly innocuous activities can lead to injuries. It's commendable that Jones has taken this incident as a learning opportunity, emphasizing the need for greater awareness in our daily lives.

Moreover, Jones's story also underscores the importance of a strong support system. Her colleagues and family have been there for her during this time, providing encouragement and assistance. This support has undoubtedly helped Jones recover from her injury and continue fulfilling her duties as a host on the Today show. It's a reminder that having a network of people we can rely on is crucial for our well-being and resilience in the face of adversity.