Sheinelle Jones and Bozoma Saint John Find Strength in Shared Loss
Today show co-host Sheinelle Jones and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Bozoma Saint John connected over their experiences with grief following the loss of their husbands. Saint John offered support to Jones after the death of her husband, Uche Ojeh, in May 2025, drawing on her own experience with the 2013 death of her husband, Peter Saint John.
A Bond Forged in Grief
The connection between Jones and Saint John deepened during a conversation on Today With Jenna and Sheinelle on March 5, 2026. Jones recalled seeking solace from Saint John after returning to work following Ojeh’s passing. “When you’re in my position, you’re looking for a light or you’re looking for someone else who’s been in my shoes who can gaze at me like, ‘It’s going to be OK.’ And you were that person,” Jones shared with Saint John during the broadcast on March 6, 2026 [Source: TV Insider].
Finding Urgency in Life
Saint John, who lost her husband Peter in 2013, spoke about the profound impact of grief and the importance of living life with intention. She explained that her husband’s death instilled in her a sense of “urgency” – not necessarily about time, but about prioritizing what truly matters and pursuing passions without external pressures. She recalled resisting advice to withdraw from life after her loss, noting the sentiment that she “should go hide in a cave for the next year” and “never laugh again.”
Uche Ojeh’s Legacy
Sheinelle Jones married Uche Ojeh in 2007 and he died in May 2025 after battling glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. [Source: People Magazine] The couple shared three children: Kayin, 16, and twins Clara and Uche, 13. Jones took a leave of absence from the Today show following his death and returned on September 5, 2025, reflecting on grief, strength, and hope in a pre-taped interview with Savannah Guthrie. [Source: 937 The Beat Houston]
Peter Saint John’s Impact
Bozoma Saint John’s husband, Peter Saint John, passed away in 2013. She has spoken about how his death motivated her to live life to the fullest and embrace her passions.
Both Jones and Saint John’s experiences highlight the power of shared vulnerability and the importance of finding support during times of profound loss.