Savannah Guthrie has been absent from her role as co-anchor of NBC’s “Today” show this week, taking a brief hiatus to focus on family matters amid the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of her mother, Nancy Guthrie. The 54-year-old journalist was replaced by Laura Jarrett alongside Craig Melvin on Thursday and by Sheinelle Jones the previous day.

Nancy Guthrie, 84, was reported missing from her Tucson, Arizona, home on February 1, 2026, after she failed to appear for an online church service. Authorities believe she was abducted, and the case has involved multiple ransom notes, including one claiming she had died. The FBI and local law enforcement continue to investigate, with Savannah publicly pleading for tips and information to help bring her mother home.

Guthrie has occasionally stepped away from the show in recent months to support her family during this difficult time. Fans expressed concern on social media after noticing her absence, but network sources confirmed it was a planned family-related leave. She is expected to return to the broadcast soon.

The high-profile case remains active, with no arrests announced as the search for Nancy Guthrie continues.

Sources: NY Post