Savannah Guthrie Returns to Today After Weeklong Absence Over Mother’s Kidnapping

Savannah Guthrie was absent from NBC's Today show from June 25 to June 29 while she continued to assist in the search for her mother, Nancy Guthrie, who disappeared in Arizona in January. During her leave, co‑hosts Laura Jarrett and Sheinelle Jones filled her seat, with Craig Melvin also off‑air; the duo returned on June 30 alongside Guthrie. The on‑air team publicly expressed support for Guthrie and highlighted the ongoing investigation, noting that Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos and the FBI are still pursuing leads after ransom notes were released, one suggesting Nancy may be deceased. NBC reportedly prepared backup plans, including having Hoda Kotb on standby should Guthrie need to step away again.