Savannah Guthrie to Return to 'Today' Show After Absence

The NBC morning show host took time off to focus on her mother's disappearance case.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Savannah Guthrie, the co-host of NBC's 'Today' show, plans to return to the morning broadcast after taking time off in late January to focus on the disappearance of her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, near Tucson, Arizona. While no specific return date has been announced, Guthrie's longtime co-host Hoda Kotb has been filling in alongside Craig Melvin during Guthrie's absence.

Why it matters

Guthrie's return to 'Today' will be a major moment for viewers who have expressed support for her during this difficult time and are eager to see her back on the show. Her presence helps provide a sense of normalcy, and her return could also bring renewed attention to the ongoing investigation into her mother's disappearance.

The details

Guthrie, 54, has not hosted 'Today' since late January after her mother went missing from her home. Authorities believe Nancy Guthrie may have been abducted. Guthrie and her family have continued to share updates on social media and offer a reward of up to $1 million for information leading to her safe return.

  • Guthrie's mother, Nancy, was reported missing on Feb. 1, 2026.
  • Guthrie has not hosted 'Today' since late January 2026.

The players

Savannah Guthrie

The 54-year-old co-host of NBC's 'Today' show who took time off to focus on her mother's disappearance case.

Nancy Guthrie

Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother who went missing from her home near Tucson, Arizona.

Hoda Kotb

Longtime 'Today' co-host who returned to the anchor desk alongside Craig Melvin during Savannah Guthrie's absence.

Craig Melvin

Co-host of the 'Today' show who anchored alongside Hoda Kotb during Savannah Guthrie's time off.

Joey Morona

Entertainment reporter for cleveland.com | The Plain Dealer who commented on Savannah Guthrie's potential return to the 'Today' show.

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What they’re saying

“Nobody would blame Guthrie if she called it a career. But I think 'Today' viewers would like to see her back once she's ready.”

— Joey Morona, Entertainment reporter (cleveland.com | The Plain Dealer)

The takeaway

Savannah Guthrie's return to the 'Today' show will be a significant moment for viewers who have supported her during this difficult time and are eager to see her back on the program. Her presence can help provide a sense of normalcy, while also potentially bringing renewed attention to the ongoing investigation into her mother's disappearance.