Jenna Bush Hager is opening up about a family memory that proves even former first ladies have their limits—and their own unique way of expressing disapproval.

During a recent segment on Today with Jenna & Sheinelle, the television host shared a hilarious story about a handwritten letter she received from her grandmother, former First Lady Barbara Bush. The note came after Jenna's spirited behavior during a family tennis match caught the attention of the family matriarch.

Jenna admitted that her competitive nature sometimes gets the best of her on the court. She recalled performing what she called "the worm" and loudly cheering in a manner that her grandmother found less than appropriate. Her father, former President George W. Bush, appeared to enjoy the spectacle, but her grandparents took a different view.

Her grandfather, former President George H.W. Bush, valued sportsmanship, humility, and kindness on the court. Jenna acknowledged that her actions likely clashed with those values. Barbara Bush responded with a direct and unfiltered letter that left no room for interpretation.

The letter criticized the behavior as unbecoming and also scolded her son George for encouraging it. The most memorable part came at the end, with a postscript instructing Jenna to throw the letter away and tell no one about it. That request, of course, did not go as planned.

Barbara Bush was widely known for her sharp wit and unfiltered honesty. Jenna also recalled a famous exchange between her grandmother and the creators of The Simpsons after Barbara once called the show "the dumbest thing I've ever seen." When Marge Simpson sent a playful letter in response, Barbara wrote back with an apology and a quip about not knowing the character had a daughter. She ended with a compliment about Homer Simpson's appearance.

Barbara Bush passed away in 2018, but her humor and candid nature continue to entertain those who remember her. Jenna's recent revelation offers a fresh glimpse into the lighter side of the Bush family and the enduring legacy of a grandmother who was never afraid to speak her mind.

The story has resonated with audiences, reminding many that even the most formal settings can give way to family humor and memorable moments.