Savannah Guthrie visits ‘TODAY’ studio as she plans to eventually return to show
Savannah Guthrie visits ‘TODAY’ studio as she plans to eventually return to show
Savannah Guthrie, a co-anchor on the NBC morning show, made a visit to the TODAY studio on Thursday, coinciding with the 32nd day of the investigation into her mother’s disappearance. The family’s search for Nancy Guthrie, who went missing on February 1st, continued as Savannah sought support from her colleagues. A TODAY spokesperson shared that Savannah had stopped by the studio earlier that day to connect with and express gratitude to her co-workers. “She is committed to supporting her family while also working toward bringing Nancy back to her home,” the spokesperson added.
Investigation into Nancy’s disappearance
Nancy Guthrie, Savannah’s 84-year-old mother, was last seen on February 1st after having dinner at her daughter Annie Guthrie’s home. She was reported missing the following day when she failed to appear at a friend’s residence in Tucson to attend an online church service. Law enforcement has classified the case as a potential kidnapping or abduction, though the investigation has yet to uncover substantial evidence.
Savannah’s emotional return
“She said that she has the intention to return to the show, even though it feels like the hardest thing to do, it’s also her home and where she feels so loved,” Jenna Bush Hager said on air.
Jenna Bush Hager, who shared her emotions on air, noted that Savannah expressed her desire to return to the show, despite the difficulty, as it remains a place of comfort and warmth for her. Sheinelle Jones, co-hosting the third hour of TODAY, remarked that the situation is still challenging, yet a glimmer of hope persists through the uncertainty. “I think her coming here and just being able to be with us, and for us to be able to hug her, I think it’s a step,” Jones said. “Whenever you are ready, we are here,” she added, offering reassurance to Savannah.
FBI findings and reward offer
On the day of Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, the FBI obtained footage from a doorbell camera capturing an individual wearing a mask and holding a weapon near her residence. Investigators have since identified this person as a suspect, though no public name has been released. The FBI is seeking a male between 5 feet 9 inches and 5 feet 10 inches tall, with an average build, who was seen carrying a black, 25-liter Ozark Trail Hiker Pack backpack.
Meanwhile, the Guthrie family announced a $1 million reward for information leading to Nancy’s recovery. In a statement on February 24th, Savannah said that while her family believes her mother “can come home,” they also “know that she may be lost” and may “already be gone.”
In pictures taken from outside the TODAY show studio by an Associated Press photographer Thursday morning, a visibly emotional Savannah Guthrie can be seen wiping tears from her eyes and embracing her colleagues. The moment highlighted the personal impact of the ongoing search, as the team rallied to support her during this difficult time.
Daniel Arkin is a senior reporter at NBC News.
