Rosie Perez Headlines TODAY Show as Guest Co-Host, Tackles “Girl Code” Dilemmas

NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2025 - Actress and activist Rosie Perez joined NBC’s TODAY as guest co-host on Friday, delivering expert consumer tips and candid advice during the show’s popular “Girl Code” segment.

Perez’s lively appearance underscored her multifaceted media presence, blending practical lifestyle guidance with frank conversations on friendship etiquette.

Guest Co-Host Highlights

  • At 10 a.m. on TODAY, Perez guided viewers through the best ways to clean and care for clothing before laundering, drawing on her own household hacks to help audiences save time and money.
  • She introduced fall makeup tips with artist Pat McGrath, demonstrating easy looks for everyday wear.
  • In a one-on-one interview, Perez joined actor Eugene Levy to discuss his new series The Reluctant Traveler and shared her own travel must-haves.

“Girl Code” Advice

  • Later in the morning, Perez appeared on TODAY’s “Girl Code” segment alongside Jenna Bush Hager to weigh in on whether viewers must include an old friend when forming a new social circle.
  • Perez advised balancing loyalty with personal boundaries, encouraging open communication and setting expectations early to avoid hurt feelings.

Continued Media Presence

Friday’s TODAY co-hosting stint follows Perez’s recent television and advocacy work, reinforcing her reputation as both an entertaining on-air personality and a relatable voice on everyday issues.