When you make the big bucks, you have big birthday celebrations, which is what Jenna Bush Hager did for her 40th birthday in 2021. Not only did her parents, former President George W. Bush and Laura Bush, record a heartfelt message that was played on "Today," but her husband, Henry Hager, filmed his own segment for her too. He then surprised her again by coming on the show to present her with a bouquet of flowers.
However, the most elaborate part of Hager's birthday festivities was definitely her surprise from legendary musician, Bono. During the filming of an interview, Bono took Hagar to Central Park for a pop-up concert put on by a marching band. Hager was thrilled, saying on "Today," "Bono had evidently found out about my 40th birthday this week. ... One of the world's biggest stars, creating an incredible memory" (via Twitter). She even later tweeted, "This. Made. My. Decade."
With that said, it may be surprising that Hager made headlines a year later for throwing shade at Kim Kardashian for giving her daughter, North West, an exorbitant, camp-themed birthday party. Hager said on "Today," "I have a 9-year-old. She did not have a party like this. Because, y'all, this party was over the top!" Hagar probably does have the means to throw parties like a Kardashian. She seemingly wants to stay down-to-earth and relatable to her fans, as much as someone with her lavish lifestyle can.
