TMZ Receives Ransom Note Claiming Nancy Guthrie Kidnapped

The note comes shortly after Savannah Guthrie's return to Today show

Apr. 7, 2026 at 3:07pm

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An extreme close-up of a crumpled ransom note with handwritten text, lit by a harsh camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually representing the urgency and mystery of the alleged kidnapping.A ransom note's harsh flash-lit details hint at the mystery and danger surrounding the alleged kidnapping of a high-profile media figure's family member.Savannah Today

Shortly after Savannah Guthrie made her return to the Today show, TMZ received another ransom note from a person claiming to know who kidnapped Savannah's mother, Nancy Guthrie. The note is the latest in a series of communications the outlet has received regarding the alleged kidnapping.

Why it matters

The kidnapping of a high-profile media personality's family member is a serious crime that has captured public attention. The ransom note adds a new layer of mystery and urgency to the case, raising concerns about Nancy Guthrie's wellbeing and the motives behind the alleged abduction.

The details

According to the report, the person who has been contacting TMZ sent the outlet another letter claiming knowledge of who kidnapped Nancy Guthrie. The note comes shortly after Savannah Guthrie returned to her hosting duties on the Today show, suggesting the kidnapping may be connected to her public profile.

  • Savannah Guthrie recently returned to the Today show.

The players

Savannah Guthrie

A co-anchor of the Today show on NBC.

Nancy Guthrie

Savannah Guthrie's mother, who has allegedly been kidnapped.

TMZ

A celebrity news and gossip website that has received the ransom note.

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What’s next

Authorities are investigating the ransom note and any potential leads regarding Nancy Guthrie's whereabouts.

The takeaway

This case highlights the vulnerability of high-profile individuals and their families, as well as the challenges law enforcement faces in tracking down kidnappers and securing the safe return of victims.