Mary Carillo Replaces Savannah Guthrie for NBC’s Winter Olympics Coverage
Mary Carillo, a seasoned sports commentator and former tennis player, will co-host NBC’s coverage of the Milan Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. She steps in for Savannah Guthrie, who has withdrawn due to her mother’s troubling disappearance.
Details on the Replacement and Coverage
Guthrie was initially slated to MC the Opening Ceremony alongside Terry Gannon, who will remain in that position. Ahmed Fareed is now set to host “Olympic Late Night” from February 7 to 9, substituting for Craig Melvin, who will stay in the U.S. during the event.
Support for Savannah Guthrie
Molly Solomon, president of NBC Olympics Production, expressed support for Guthrie and her family. “Our hearts go out to Savannah and the entire Guthrie family. They continue to have our full support,” she stated. Solomon also highlighted NBC’s deep pool of capable commentators ready to fill any roles needed.
Mary Carillo’s Olympic Experience
- This will be Carillo’s 17th assignment covering the Olympics.
- She has a personal connection to Milan, tracing her roots to Italy.
- The upcoming Games will mark her 14th Olympic event with NBC.
Carillo’s extensive background in Olympic commentary includes a reputation as a master storyteller. She will also participate as a SportsDesk reporter following her Opening Ceremony duties.
Opening Ceremony Details
Live coverage of the Opening Ceremony is scheduled for February 6 at 2 p.m. ET, with primetime programming beginning at 8 p.m. ET/PT, available on both NBC and Peacock. Shaun White will join the commentary team for the Parade of Athletes during the event.
The Situation Surrounding Savannah Guthrie
Guthrie’s mother, Nancy, 84, has been missing since late Saturday night. Authorities are treating the case as a suspected abduction due to signs of forced entry discovered at her Arizona residence.
