TODAY Co-Anchors Settle Bet with Temporary Tattoo
A Tale of Two Teams
TODAY co-anchors Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin have been known for their friendly banter and competitive spirit. But when it came to the NFC Championship Game on January 26, their friendly rivalry took a turn for the dramatic. Guthrie’s Philadelphia Eagles trounced Melvin’s Washington Commanders, advancing to the Super Bowl.
A Bet Made, a Loser Chosen
The pair made a bet last week, agreeing that the loser would wear a temporary tattoo of the winner’s face in a prominent position for a week. And with the Eagles’ victory, Melvin was left to fulfill his end of the bargain.
The Tattoo Process
Carson Daly did the honors, applying the temporary tattoo of Guthrie’s face on the back of Melvin’s neck. The tattoo was a picture of Guthrie wearing an Eagles hat, with the team’s logo superimposed over it.
Melvin’s Reaction
“I haven’t even seen the picture,” Melvin said, who was also gifted a jersey from Guthrie of Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley. “Let this be a lesson. Don’t gamble,” he added.
Fan Vote Determines Loser’s Punishment
Viewers were given the chance to determine the loser’s punishment through a fan vote. The options were a temporary tattoo, drinking from a shoe, or wearing a sign in the New York City subway that says, “Ask me about the bet I lost.” The tattoo option won the vote, and Melvin was left to deal with the consequences.
Super Bowl Showdown
The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Buffalo Bills to win the AFC championship game and advance to play the Eagles in Super Bowl 59 on February 9 in New Orleans. The Eagles will be seeking a measure of revenge in that game, since the Chiefs toppled them, 38-35, in Super Bowl 57 in 2023.
Conclusion
The bet may be settled, but the rivalry between Guthrie and Melvin is far from over. As they prepare to face off on the air, viewers can’t help but wonder what other bets and challenges may be in store for these two TODAY co-anchors.
FAQs
Q: What was the bet between Guthrie and Melvin?
A: The pair bet on the outcome of the NFC Championship Game, with the loser wearing a temporary tattoo of the winner’s face for a week.
Q: What was the temporary tattoo of?
A: The tattoo was a picture of Guthrie wearing an Eagles hat, with the team’s logo superimposed over it.
Q: Who did the tattoo process?
A: Carson Daly did the honors, applying the temporary tattoo on the back of Melvin’s neck.
Q: What were the other options for the loser’s punishment?
A: Viewers had the option to choose between drinking from a shoe, wearing a sign in the New York City subway that says, “Ask me about the bet I lost,” or getting a temporary tattoo. The tattoo option won the vote.
