‘Today’ Anchor Savannah Guthrie’s Mother Reported Missing
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Savannah Guthrie, anchor of NBC’s “Today,” has been reported missing from her home in Arizona. Authorities confirmed that the 84-year-old was last seen on Saturday evening around 9:30 p.m. in the Catalina Foothills region near Tucson.
Missing Person Reported
The Pima County Sheriff’s Office revealed that a family member contacted 911 around noon on Sunday to report her disappearance. According to Sheriff Chris Nanos, Nancy is dealing with some physical health issues but has shown no signs of cognitive decline.
Search Efforts Underway
Authorities have initiated extensive search and rescue efforts, which include:
- Search and rescue teams
- Volunteer participants
- Search dogs
- Border Patrol agents
- Helicopters
“We’ve mobilized numerous resources to locate her,” Sheriff Nanos stated during a Sunday news conference. Detectives from the homicide unit are involved in the investigation and have not dismissed the possibility of foul play.
Community Response
An NBC News representative confirmed that this is officially a missing persons case. The family is actively collaborating with local law enforcement and has expressed gratitude for the community’s support, thoughts, and prayers during this challenging time.
Relationship with Savannah Guthrie
Savannah Guthrie shares a close bond with her mother. She has often spoken fondly of Nancy, particularly highlighting her encouragement throughout Savannah’s career. When Savannah was offered her first news position at the age of 21 in Butte, Montana, Nancy supported her decision, emphasizing the importance of pursuing dreams despite the challenges involved.
As the search continues, Savannah and her family remain hopeful for a positive outcome.
