NBC’s Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie is facing a deeply personal crisis after her mother, Nancy Guthrie, 84, was reported missing from her Arizona home. Nancy Guthrie was last seen on Saturday, January 31, in the Catalina Foothills. The situation prompted Savannah to step away from Monday’s broadcast, and she has now shared a public statement regarding her mother’s disappearance.
Nancy Guthrie, an octogenarian facing health challenges, was last active online with a Facebook post on January 27. Her sudden absence has sparked a widespread search involving multiple agencies, as authorities work to locate her.
Law Enforcement Response
In a press conference held on Sunday, February 1, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos provided an update on the ongoing investigation. Sheriff Nanos described the efforts as extensive, noting that both ground and aerial search teams are actively involved in the operation. He also confirmed that the county’s homicide unit had been called in to assist, underscoring the seriousness of the case.