Savannah Unveils Voice, Announces TODAY Show Return Post-Vocal Surgery
Savannah Guthrie is set to return to the TODAY show after recovering from vocal cord surgery performed late last year. On January 20, she participated in a video call to update her fellow anchors Craig Melvin, Jenna Bush Hager, Al Roker, Carson Daly, and Sheinelle Jones.
Savannah’s Recovery Journey
During the call, Savannah excitedly shared, “This is my new voice!” She announced plans to briefly return to the show on January 23 to discuss her health journey, with her full return scheduled for January 26.
Surgery Announcement
- Vocal cord surgery took place in late December 2022.
- Savannah indicated a recovery period requiring total silence for part of her healing.
- She posted on Instagram in early January, informing followers that she was “all good” after the procedure.
Communication Methods
Throughout her recovery, Savannah utilized a whiteboard to communicate with her children, Vale (11) and Charley (9), as well as update her fans.
Current Status
During her recent video appearance, she mentioned still being on vocal rest. However, she is allowed to speak for five to ten minutes every hour. “The good news is that it worked,” she confirmed about her surgery outcomes. She added that recovery is gradual and emphasized the need for caution to avoid overexerting her voice.
Lighthearted Moments
In a humorous exchange, Carson Daly asked if Savannah had tested her new voice on her kids, to which she replied with a smile, confirming that a long weekend would indeed bring that out, especially with her husband, Michael Feldman, traveling.
With her return to TODAY rapidly approaching, viewers can look forward to seeing Savannah’s journey unfold on air.
