Savannah Guthrie to Return to 'Today' Show in April

The co-host plans to rejoin the program after her mother's disappearance in January.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 5:18pm

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Savannah Guthrie, the co-host of NBC's 'Today' show, will return to the program in April, more than two months after her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, went missing in an apparent kidnapping in Tucson, Arizona. Guthrie expressed uncertainty about whether she would 'belong anymore' on the show, but said she wants to try, calling the 'Today' show and its familiar faces her 'family'.

Why it matters

Guthrie's return to the 'Today' show will be closely watched, as her mother's disappearance has been a major news story. The incident has raised questions about Guthrie's emotional state and ability to resume her high-profile television role.

The details

Nancy Guthrie was last seen on January 31 after having dinner with her family. Authorities believe she was forcibly taken from her home, where they found signs of forced entry, blood on the front porch, and multiple ransom notes. The Guthrie family has offered a $1 million reward for information leading to Nancy's recovery.

  • Nancy Guthrie was last seen on January 31, 2026.
  • Savannah Guthrie's return to the 'Today' show is set for April 6, 2026.

The players

Savannah Guthrie

The co-host of NBC's 'Today' show who will be returning to the program in April after her mother's disappearance.

Nancy Guthrie

Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother who went missing in an apparent kidnapping in Tucson, Arizona on January 31, 2026.

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What they’re saying

“I don't know if I'll belong anymore, but I would like to try.”

— Savannah Guthrie, Co-host, 'Today' show

“When times are hard, you want to be with your family. And I want to be with my family.”

— Savannah Guthrie, Co-host, 'Today' show

What’s next

The investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance is ongoing, and the Guthrie family has offered a $1 million reward for information leading to her recovery.

The takeaway

Savannah Guthrie's return to the 'Today' show will be closely watched as she navigates her professional duties while dealing with the personal trauma of her mother's disappearance. Her comments about uncertainty and wanting to be with her 'family' at the show highlight the emotional toll the situation has taken.