Craig Melvin has officially taken the helm of his new role as a co-anchor of NBC’s “Today” show. But not before thanking his mom and dad. The 45-year-old TV anchor closed his sentimental first broadcast on Monday, Jan. 13, with a dedication to his parents, Betty Jo and Lawrence, who were on set for his big first day.

Craig Melvin got a surprise visit from his family on his first day as a co-anchor for TODAY. An overwhelmed Craig wiped away tears as his wife, Lindsay Czarniak, and their children, Delano, 10, and Sybil, 8, walked onto the set. They were followed by Craig’s parents, Lawrence and Betty Jo, and his brother Ryan.