Savannah Guthrie Plans to Return to 'Today' Show After Mother's Disappearance

Dylan Dreyer shares update on Savannah's future on the popular morning program.

Mar. 11, 2026 at 1:58am

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Savannah Guthrie, co-host of the 'Today' show, visited the program's set for the first time since her mother Nancy's disappearance on February 1. Guthrie told her colleagues that she plans to return to the show eventually, though the timeline is uncertain. Meteorologist Dylan Dreyer, who was interviewed by TMZ, said seeing Savannah was 'what we all needed' and that the co-hosts are open to welcoming her back whenever she is ready.

Why it matters

Savannah Guthrie's absence from the 'Today' show has been felt by both her co-workers and viewers, as she is a beloved and integral part of the program. Her return will be eagerly anticipated, but it is clear that the priority is supporting Guthrie through the difficult situation surrounding her mother's disappearance.

The details

Savannah Guthrie visited the 'Today' show set on March 5 for the first time since her mother Nancy went missing on February 1. Guthrie told her colleagues that she plans to return to the show, though she is unsure of the timeline. Hoda Kotb has been filling in for Guthrie since February 6. Dylan Dreyer, who was interviewed by TMZ, said seeing Savannah was 'what we all needed' and that the co-hosts are open to welcoming her back whenever she is ready.

  • Savannah Guthrie's mother Nancy went missing on February 1, 2026.
  • Hoda Kotb began filling in for Savannah Guthrie on the 'Today' show on February 6, 2026.
  • Savannah Guthrie visited the 'Today' show set for the first time since her mother's disappearance on March 5, 2026.

The players

Savannah Guthrie

Co-host of the 'Today' show who is taking time off due to her mother's disappearance.

Dylan Dreyer

Meteorologist and co-host of the 'Today' show who shared an update on Savannah Guthrie's future on the program.

Hoda Kotb

Co-host of the 'Today' show who has been filling in for Savannah Guthrie since February 6, 2026.

Nancy Guthrie

Savannah Guthrie's mother, who went missing on February 1, 2026.

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What they’re saying

“I have every intention of coming back. I don't know how to come back, but I don't know how not to. You're my family. And I would like to try.”

— Savannah Guthrie

“It was exactly what we needed to just hug her, pray for her. I mean, it was amazing. I think she needed us as much as we needed to see her. She wants to go back to life and doesn't know how to do it, you know? So to just kind of show up, get the hugs from us, hear from us, see us face to face, I think it was important for all of us.”

— Dylan Dreyer, Meteorologist

What’s next

The FBI urges anyone with tips or leads on Nancy Guthrie's disappearance to call 1-800-CALL-FBI or the Pima County Sheriff's Office at 520-351-4900. A $1 million reward is currently being offered for information leading to the safe return or recovery of Nancy.

The takeaway

Savannah Guthrie's return to the 'Today' show will be eagerly anticipated by both her co-workers and viewers, as she is a beloved and integral part of the program. However, the priority remains supporting Guthrie through the difficult situation surrounding her mother's disappearance, and her colleagues are open to welcoming her back whenever she is ready.