Savannah Guthrie has opened up about her mother Nancy’s disappearance in a heartfelt interview with her former Today show colleague, Hoda Kotb. This marks the first time Guthrie has spoken about the distressing situation in a televised format. The emotional conversation, which took place on March 24, will be aired over two parts on March 26 and March 27 during the Today show.
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During a segment on the March 25 episode of Today, Kotb provided a preview of the interview, hinting at the emotional depths they delved into. “It was a really emotional conversation,” she remarked, setting the tone for what viewers could anticipate. The snippets included in the preview illustrated the profound impact that Nancy’s absence has had on Savannah and her family.
Nancy Guthrie, who is 84 years old, was last seen on January 31 after being dropped off at her Tucson, Arizona home. Her family reported her missing the following day when she failed to attend her usual virtual church service. Since then, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department has conducted a thorough search for Nancy. Their investigations have revealed a surveillance video showing a masked figure near her front door during the early hours of February 1, raising further concerns about her fate.
In her upcoming interview, Savannah will address the ongoing agony her family has experienced since Nancy’s disappearance. A preview clip reveals an emotional plea from Savannah, urging anyone with information to come forward: “Someone needs to do the right thing. We are in agony. It is unbearable,” she stated, capturing the desperation felt by her family.
The conversation also explores Savannah’s personal struggles, as she grapples with the uncertainty surrounding her mother’s well-being. She shared, “I wake up every night in the middle of the night, every night. And in the darkness, I imagine her terror. And it is unthinkable… she needs to come home now.” This sentiment underscores not just her anguish but her unwavering hope for her mother’s return.
Interviewing her was Hoda Kotb, who famously co-anchored the Today show alongside Savannah from 2017 until she took a break from anchoring duties early this year. Hoda stepped up during Savannah’s absence from the show, highlighting the close professional relationship and friendship that has been established between the two women over the years.
Following the preview of the interview, Kotb reflected on Savannah’s resilience and the gravity of her situation. She remarked on Savannah’s hope that someone with information could be prompted to come forward, emphasising the urgent need for clarity in the case. There was a palpable mixture of desperation and strength in Savannah’s words, painting a picture of a woman determined to fight for her mother.
For those interested in watching this deeply personal interview, it will air across two segments on the Today show, with the first part scheduled for March 26 and the second for March 27. The show runs from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. ET.
Viewers will have the option to watch the interview live on NBC, or they can stream it through Peacock Premium. Once aired, the interview will be available on demand via NBC’s platforms, allowing audiences to grasp the full extent of Savannah’s heartfelt narrative.
In a bid to assist in the search for Nancy, authorities are urging anyone with information regarding her disappearance to contact either the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or the Pima County Sheriff’s Department at 520-351-4900. The Guthrie family continues to appeal for support as they navigate this challenging time, hoping for answers and, ultimately, reunification with Nancy.