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Savannah Guthrie to return to Today show as search for mother continues

Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's Today on 6 April as the two-month search for her mother, Nancy Guthrie, who vanished near Tucson on 1 February, continues.

Mar 27th 2026 · United States

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  • Savannah Guthrie will return to the Today show on 6 April.
  • Nancy Guthrie was last seen near Tucson, Arizona, on 1 February and investigators believe she was taken against her will.
  • Authorities have not arrested a suspect and say the investigation has not produced major breakthroughs.
  • Search efforts have uncovered discarded gloves, DNA evidence and alleged ransom notes, according to officials.
  • The Guthrie family has posted multiple social media appeals and is offering a $1 million reward, with the FBI offering $100,000.
  • Savannah Guthrie said returning to the show is part of her purpose and that she expects to be changed by the experience.

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