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Willie Geist Celebrates 10 Years of 'Sunday Today'
The NBC anchor reflects on memorable interviews and moments from the past decade of his weekend morning show.
Apr. 12, 2026 at 6:39pm
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The vibrant energy and high-fashion glamour of a decade of Sunday Today interviews and behind-the-scenes moments.Beverly Hills TodayWillie Geist celebrated the 10th anniversary of Sunday Today With Willie Geist by reflecting on memorable interviews and moments from the past decade. He highlighted the show's signature 'Sunday Sitdown' interviews with a wide range of celebrities, including Leslie Odom Jr., Al Pacino, Dolly Parton, and many others. Fans and colleagues expressed their appreciation and congratulations on social media, praising Geist and the show's dedicated team for their work.
Why it matters
Sunday Today has become a staple of weekend morning television, providing in-depth interviews and behind-the-scenes looks at the lives of celebrities, musicians, athletes, and other public figures. Geist's 10-year milestone is a testament to the show's enduring popularity and the host's ability to connect with guests and viewers alike.
The details
On the 10th anniversary of Sunday Today, Geist took a walk down memory lane, highlighting some of the show's most memorable moments over the past decade. This included his first 'Sunday Sitdown' interview with Leslie Odom Jr., as well as conversations with the likes of Al Pacino, Dolly Parton, David Letterman, and Shaquille O'Neal. Geist also praised the hard work of the show's behind-the-scenes team, including bookers, researchers, producers, crews, editors, and the director.
- Sunday Today With Willie Geist premiered on April 12, 2016.
- The 10th anniversary of the show was celebrated on April 12, 2026.
The players
Willie Geist
The host of Sunday Today, a weekend morning show on NBC.
Leslie Odom Jr.
The original Aaron Burr in the Broadway musical Hamilton, who was Geist's first 'Sunday Sitdown' guest.
What they’re saying
“Leslie will always be one of our founding fathers.”
— Willie Geist, Host, Sunday Today
“I've chauffeured Al Pacino around Beverly Hills and ridden shotgun while Dale Earnhardt Jr. whipped me around the turns at Talladega. I've been in the company of music icons, from Dolly [Parton] and Reba [McEntire], to Billy [Joel] and Bad Bunny. I have rafted with [David] Letterman and been dunked on by Shaq.”
— Willie Geist, Host, Sunday Today
“We have packed a lot into these 10 years. Those conversations you see every weekend are the product of hours and hours of work by our team of bookers, researchers, producers, crews, editors, and director. They are the very best in the business.”
— Willie Geist, Host, Sunday Today
What’s next
Sunday Today With Willie Geist will continue to air every Sunday at 8 a.m. ET on NBC, providing viewers with in-depth interviews and behind-the-scenes looks at the lives of celebrities, musicians, athletes, and other public figures.
The takeaway
Willie Geist's 10-year milestone as the host of Sunday Today is a testament to the show's enduring popularity and Geist's ability to connect with guests and viewers alike. The program has become a staple of weekend morning television, offering a unique blend of in-depth interviews and behind-the-scenes access that has resonated with audiences for the past decade.
