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
On Thursday, Savannah Guthrie, a co-anchor of ‘TODAY,’ made a stop at the NBC morning show’s set, coinciding with the 32nd day of the investigation into her mother’s disappearance. The visit, which was not broadcast, allowed her to reunite with colleagues and express gratitude for their support during this difficult time.
Investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance continues
Nancy Guthrie, Savannah’s 84-year-old mother, was reported missing on February 1 after failing to appear at a friend’s home in Tucson, Arizona, for an online church service. She was last seen the night before, around 9:45 p.m., following a dinner at her daughter Annie’s residence. Authorities have described the case as a potential kidnapping or abduction, though evidence remains limited.
The FBI obtained doorbell camera footage capturing an armed, masked individual near the Guthrie residence on the day Nancy went missing. Investigators have since identified this person as a suspect, though their identity has not been publicly disclosed. The suspect is believed to be between 5 feet 9 inches and 5 feet 10 inches tall, with an average build, and was seen wearing a black, 25-liter Ozark Trail Hiker Pack backpack.
Colleagues offer emotional support
“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,” Bush Hager said.
Jenna Bush Hager, a co-host on ‘TODAY,’ shared her thoughts on Savannah’s visit, expressing emotional connection. “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,” Bush Hager said. Sheinelle Jones, who co-hosts the third hour of the show, added: “We’re not out of the storm, but there’s a light somewhere even in the midst of the storm.”
“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.”
Photographs from outside the ‘TODAY’ studio, captured by an Associated Press photographer, show Savannah wiping tears and embracing her coworkers. The Guthrie family has offered a $1 million reward for information leading to their mother’s recovery. On February 24, Savannah stated that while her family hopes Nancy will be found, they are also aware of the possibility that she may already be gone.
Daniel Arkin is a senior reporter at NBC News.
