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Bathroom Secrets Exposed: Why Craig Melvin Hilariously Roasted Today’s Dylan Dreyer Over Her ‘Embarrassing’ Toilet Habits - Family Stories

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In the fast-paced world of morning television, where every minute is meticulously scripted and every segment is designed for maximum polish, it is often the unscripted, human moments that resonate most with audiences. On Thursday, March 19, 2026, viewers of NBC’s Today show were treated to one such moment during the program’s popular Third Hour. What began as a standard lifestyle segment on generational trends quickly spiraled into a hysterical on-air roasting session, as anchor Craig Melvin took his long-time co-host and friend, Dylan Dreyer, to task over a habit that many might find relatable—but Craig found utterly “horrifying.”

The lighthearted chaos erupted when the hosting panel—which included Melvin, Dreyer, and Weekend Today’s Laura Jarrett (filling in for Al Roker)—dove into a discussion about a new trend among Gen Z. Known as “raw dogging boredom,” the trend involves young people intentionally challenging themselves to spend less time on their digital devices, even during traditionally “boring” activities like flying or commuting. As the group praised the merits of mental stillness and creativity, Dylan Dreyer inadvertently dropped a bombshell that shifted the focus from Gen Z to her own private life.

“They say you’re not supposed to take your phone into the bathroom with you,” Dreyer remarked, seemingly offering a general observation about digital hygiene. However, the tone of her voice and the mischievous glint in her eye immediately caught Craig Melvin’s attention.

Laura Jarrett, Dylan Dreyer, and Craig Melvin on the March 19, 2026, episode of NBC's 'Today.'

“Are You Taking Your Phone Into the Bathroom?”

Melvin, never one to let a golden opportunity for a roast pass him by, pivoted instantly. “Who’s doing that? Are you taking your phone into the bathroom?” he demanded, his eyebrows shooting toward his hairline in a display of comedic shock.

Dreyer, initially attempting a tactical retreat, replied with a laugh, “No. I assume people sit there with the phone.” But Melvin wasn’t buying the denial. He leaned in, exclaiming with the confidence of a seasoned prosecutor, “You take your phone to the bathroom!”

As the studio crew and co-hosts burst into laughter, the “confession” began to unfold. Dreyer admitted that while she might not hold the device at all times, she certainly brings it along, often placing it “on the counter.” But Melvin was relentless. “Why are you taking your phone to the bathroom? You can’t go a few minutes on the toilet without your phone?” he shouted, his voice rising in mock indignation.

The Great Escape: A Mother’s Defense

At this point, Laura Jarrett jumped into the fray to defend her colleague, reminding Melvin—and the audience—of the reality of Dreyer’s home life. “She has three boys! Okay, Craig? She’s just trying to have a minute to herself,” Jarrett argued, labeling the studio a “safe space” for such admissions.

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