Biography / Profile Background
Introduction :
- Joel Schiffman is an American financier and entrepreneur. He spends most of his time living and working in New York City.
- Reserved and not hungry for limelight, Schiffman has shown no interest in taking advantage of his girlfriend and partner Hoda Kotb’s fame.
Personal Life, Parents and Family Details :
- Joel was born on March 21, 1958. Since he is generally quiet about his life, there is not much that is publicly known about his childhood or early life.
- He was married to an unnamed woman with whom he had a daughter, Kyle Schiffman. Joel hasn’t spoken much publicly about his previous marriage or his daughter.
- He is currently a dating journalist and well-known television host, Hoda Kotb. They also stay together.
- The couple adopted a daughter, Haley Joy Kotb, in February 2017. Surprisingly, when the adoption happened, Joel was 59 and Hoda was 52!
Hoda Kotb Joel Schiffman Relationship :
- Joel met Hoda in 2013 after she had attended a speaking event hosted by Wall Street Professionals. Hoda spoke out about her initial reluctance to attend the event but later admitted that it was the best decision she had ever made. The duo emailed each other after the event and began dating shortly after.
- The couple made a point of keeping their relationship a secret until January 20, 2015, when “The Daily Mail” outed them. Hoda eventually spoke out about Joel & has since been very comfortable sharing details about their love life.
- In late 2016, Joel and Hoda purchased an apartment and moved in with each other.
- In February 2017, they announced that they were officially adopting a daughter named Haley Joy Kotb. Although Haley refers to Joel as “Daddy,” Hoda explained that an adoption agency in New York advised them to omit his last name from the paperwork in order to avoid complications during the adoption process.
- Both Joel and Hoda have been married before, and Joel has a daughter named Kyle Schiffman. Hoda was previously married to Burzis Kanga, a famous tennis coach. The couple tied the knot in 2005 but divorced two years later.
- Although Hoda & Joel have been together for over four years, they have yet to tie the knot! Hoda explained that as long as they were happy and in love, there was no rush.
Education : Qualifications, High School & College Info
- Schiffman attended the University of California and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics in 1981.
- Later, he headed to the University of Pennsylvania, where he obtained a certification in Investment Management Analysis. He also worked at the Wharton School, which is part of the university, and graduated in 1995.
Interesting Facts, Height and Trivia :
- Joel is a financier. He is the Director and Vice President of Janus Financial Group, in addition to being the Senior Relationship Manager of New York City based Columbia Management’s National Accounts. He began his work in the financial sector in 1987.
- Hoda sometimes affectionately refers to Joel by the nickname “Boots.”
I got one wish and know they belong together. He is 64…I bet he doesn’t want to adopt a 3rd baby! He has a daughter and with the two with Hoda, they have enough! Hoda, you need him kids are a Job! You two get back together…u belong together. You are a lucky woman if you never find a man like him. Handsome, nice, rich, and very giving!
Hoda Kotb is getting marrrriiieed! I guess her husband-to-be is Joel Schiffman. Did you see that ring? If only I had a ring like that…
I am very happy for them that they have found love with each other, and that they are now blessed with their beautiful daughter, Haley Joy. Wishing them both a lifetime of happiness.