Savannah Guthrie Pleads for Help in Mother's Disappearance

Family offers $1M reward for information leading to Nancy Guthrie's recovery

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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More than three weeks after the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, her daughter Savannah Guthrie, the co-anchor of the 'Today' show, is making a heartfelt public appeal for help, backed by a $1 million reward offered by the family. Nancy Guthrie was reported missing after failing to appear at a friend's home, and investigators have released images of a masked individual near her home. The family is also donating $500,000 to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

Why it matters

The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of a high-profile TV personality, has captured national attention and sheds light on the anguish experienced by families of missing persons. The substantial reward and the family's advocacy aim to generate leads and support other missing persons cases.

The details

Savannah Guthrie, the co-anchor of the 'Today' show, made an emotional video appeal, stating that her family is offering up to $1 million for information leading to the recovery of her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, who investigators say was abducted from her Tucson home in the early hours of February 1. Authorities have released doorbell camera images showing a masked individual wearing gloves outside Nancy Guthrie's home and appearing to tamper with a security camera. A glove recovered near the property contained unknown DNA that did not match profiles in a federal database, and investigators are now exploring genetic genealogy as a possible avenue for identifying a suspect.

  • Nancy Guthrie was reported missing on February 1, 2026 after failing to appear at a friend's home.
  • Savannah Guthrie made her public plea on February 25, 2026, more than three weeks after her mother's disappearance.

The players

Savannah Guthrie

The co-anchor of the 'Today' show and the daughter of Nancy Guthrie.

Nancy Guthrie

An 84-year-old woman who was reported missing from her Tucson home on February 1, 2026.

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

The federal law enforcement agency that is assisting in the investigation and has previously offered a $100,000 reward.

Pima County Sheriff's Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

The non-profit organization that the Guthrie family is donating $500,000 to in order to support other missing persons cases.

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What they’re saying

“It is Day 24 since our mom was taken in the dark of night from her bed, and every hour and minute and second and every long night has been agony since then of worrying about her and fearing for her and aching for her and most of all just missing her.”

— Savannah Guthrie, Co-anchor, 'Today' show (kpua.net)

“We still believe in a miracle. We also know she may be lost. She may be gone. If this is what is to be, then we will accept it. But we need to know where she is.”

— Savannah Guthrie, Co-anchor, 'Today' show (kpua.net)

“Somebody know. And we are begging you to come forward now. Tell what you know and help us bring our beloved mom home so we can either celebrate the glorious, miraculous homecoming or celebrate the beautiful, brave and courageous and noble life that she has lived. Please be the light in the dark.”

— Savannah Guthrie, Co-anchor, 'Today' show (kpua.net)

What’s next

The FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Department continue to investigate Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, exploring leads and analyzing evidence. The $1.2 million combined reward remains in effect as authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.

The takeaway

The heartbreaking case of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance highlights the anguish experienced by families of missing persons and the critical need for public assistance in such cases. The Guthrie family's advocacy and substantial reward offer aim to generate leads and shine a light on the broader issue of missing persons, underscoring the importance of community support and cooperation with law enforcement.