Richard Cohen, a journalist who was married to former “The View” co-host Meredith Vieira for 38 years, has died after living with multiple sclerosis for decades, it was announced Tuesday on “Today.”

Former "Today" anchor Meredith Vieira's husband, journalist Richard Cohen, died on Christmas Eve at 76, the talk show's current hosts said Tuesday.

Meredith Vieira was married to her husband Richard Cohen from 1986 until his death in December 2024. Here’s everything to know about Meredith Vieira’s husband.

Meredith Vieira stood by late husband Richard Cohen's side throughout their marriage as he battled multiple sclerosis for over 50 years

Award-winning journalist Richard Cohen, former "Today" host Meredith Vieira's husband, died on Christmas Eve at 76 after battling MS for decades.

Meredith Vieira is mourning the loss of her husband. Richard Cohen died at 76 years old after a lengthy battle with MS on Christmas Eve, the Today show announced on Tuesday, January 7. He also had pneumonia at the time of his death.