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Savannah Guthrie Speaks Out on Mother's Abduction
Today show host questions if her fame led to her mother's kidnapping
Mar. 26, 2026 at 9:10pm
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Nearly two months after her 84-year-old mother Nancy Guthrie was abducted from her Tucson, Arizona home, Savannah Guthrie has given her first interview about the heartbreaking ordeal. In an emotional conversation with her friend and former co-host Hoda Kotb, Guthrie expressed guilt and anguish over the possibility that her high-profile status as a TV news anchor may have led to her mother's kidnapping.
Why it matters
The abduction of a family member of a high-profile public figure raises concerns about the safety and security of celebrities and their loved ones. Guthrie's interview sheds light on the personal toll such a traumatic event can take, even as authorities continue to investigate the case.
The details
Surveillance footage shows an unidentified person entering Nancy Guthrie's home in the early hours of February 1. Savannah Guthrie said the images are "absolutely terrifying" and that she "can't imagine" what her mother saw. Guthrie also revealed a heartbreaking conversation with her brother, who told her the abduction could be because of her fame. Authorities initially considered the Guthrie family as suspects but have since cleared them.
- Nancy Guthrie was abducted from her Tucson home on February 1, 2026.
- On February 16, 2026, authorities announced they had cleared the Guthrie family as suspects.
The players
Savannah Guthrie
The host of the Today show who is speaking out about her mother's abduction.
Nancy Guthrie
Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother who was kidnapped from her home in Tucson, Arizona.
Hoda Kotb
Savannah Guthrie's friend and former co-host on the Today show, who interviewed her about her mother's abduction.
Pima County Sheriff's Department
The law enforcement agency investigating Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping.
FBI
The federal law enforcement agency assisting in the investigation of Nancy Guthrie's abduction.
What they’re saying
“I can't imagine that that is who she saw standing over her bed. I can't. It's too much.”
— Savannah Guthrie
“If it is me, I'm so sorry.”
— Savannah Guthrie
“No one took better care of my mom than my sister and brother-in-law, and no one protected my mom more than my brother. And we love her and she is our shining light. She is our matriarch. She is all we have.”
— Savannah Guthrie
What’s next
Authorities continue to investigate Nancy Guthrie's abduction, and are urging anyone with information to come forward. The Guthrie family remains hopeful that Nancy will be found safe.
The takeaway
Savannah Guthrie's emotional interview highlights the personal toll that high-profile crimes can take on families, even as they grapple with the uncertainty and anguish of a loved one's disappearance. The case underscores the need for vigilance and support for victims of such traumatic events.
