Savannah Guthrie is gradually returning to her routine as the host of NBC’s TODAY, more than three months after the disappearance of her mother, Nancy Guthrie.
The emotional toll of the situation has been felt both by Savannah and her family, with her mother having been missing since early February. Following her 84-year-old mother’s apparent kidnapping, Savannah, 54, took time off to be with family in Tucson, Arizona, where she split her time before coming back to New York City.
She lives in New York with her husband Michael Feldman and their two children, Vale and Charley. After spending the first two months away from the show, Savannah returned in April after Easter, finding her footing again as the main anchor, though the show was hosted by a rotating team of co-anchors, including Hoda Kotb.
Savannah’s Early Exit from TODAY
On Wednesday, May 6, Savannah had to leave the show early, with her co-anchor Craig Melvin informing the audience on the TODAY Plaza that she would be returning the next day. “Savannah had to leave a little early. She’ll be right back tomorrow, though,” he shared, providing no specific reason for her sudden exit.
Fans speculated that it could be related to family matters, particularly concerning her children, as many of the TODAY anchors are parents and often have to balance their work with parenting duties. However, some reports suggest that NBC has a code in place to discreetly remove Savannah from the air if there are developments in the investigation surrounding her mother’s case.
The Ongoing Investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s Disappearance
As the investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance continues, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department in Arizona provided an update to HELLO!, revealing the ongoing efforts to solve the case. A spokesperson for the department emphasized that the case remains “active and ongoing” and that the department is working closely with the FBI.
Investigators are focusing on DNA and video analysis, with labs across the country assisting in these efforts. The sheriff’s department also thanked the public for their continued tips, which now number in the thousands. Investigators urged anyone with potentially useful information to come forward, even if the details seem small. They encouraged people to contact the FBI tip line at 1-800-CALL-FBI or 88-CRIME.
Savannah’s Emotional Response and Privacy
Since returning to TODAY, Savannah has been careful about sharing updates regarding her mother’s case. This is likely to allow both her professional comeback and the investigation to proceed without further emotional strain. Before she returned to the show, Savannah had a deeply emotional interview with Hoda Kotb, where she opened up about the intense feelings she has been grappling with since her mother’s disappearance.
Tearfully, Savannah reflected on the painful thought that the situation may be linked to her, saying, “To think that I brought this to her bedside. That it’s because of me, and I just say, ‘I’m so sorry, mommy.
I’m so sorry. I’m sorry to my sister and my brother and my kids and my nephew and Tommy, my brother-in-law. I’m just so sorry. I’m so sorry if it is me, I’m so sorry. I’m so sorry.'”
Savannah’s sorrowful words highlighted the immense emotional toll the ordeal has taken on her, and the continued uncertainty surrounding her mother’s fate. As the investigation unfolds, the public remains hopeful for answers, while Savannah navigates both her personal and professional life during this difficult time.
