Concern Grows for Savannah Guthrie's Mother After Mysterious Disappearance

Wed Feb 04 2026 03:54:59 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

Savannah Guthrie, the co-host of NBC's 'Today' show, has requested prayers for her mother, Nancy Guthrie, who has reportedly been taken against her will from her Tucson home. The community is rallying in support as authorities investigate her shocking abduction.

Savannah Guthrie is asking for public prayers for her mother, Nancy, who is 84 and missing from her home in Tucson, Arizona. Authorities suspect she was taken against her will but do not believe it was for robbery or ransom. The incident has created a wave of emotional support from viewers and co-hosts, who describe Nancy as a figure of integrity and strong faith.

For over ten years, viewers of NBC’s 'Today' show have watched the beloved Savannah Guthrie and gotten to know her mother, Nancy Guthrie through occasional appearances. Now, Savannah is asking for prayers and support as Nancy, age 84, has gone missing under alarming circumstances.

On Tuesday, Savannah Guthrie revealed that her mother was last seen at her home in Tucson, Arizona, and it is believed she was taken against her will over the weekend. Law enforcement officials have indicated that they do not suspect the abduction is linked to robbery or a ransom scheme, as details remain murky about her disappearance.

This shocking news has deeply affected the 'Today' show community, where co-host Jenna Bush Hager voiced her concern, stating ‘it is personal’ for everyone who knows and cherishes Nancy. Over the years, Savannah has celebrated her mother as a source of inspiration, a truth-teller, and someone who met life’s challenges with determination and faith.

Authorities continue to investigate, and the family has expressed their gratitude for the public's support. Savanna characterized her mother’s character as someone adventurous, curious, and selfless, highlighting their close-knit family dynamic reinforced by challenges in the past.

In 2022, Savannah shared insights about Nancy's resilience following the death of her husband, which shaped the family’s bonds. Savannah’s heartfelt tributes reflect the love and admiration she holds for her mother, making this ordeal even more poignant.