Savannah Guthrie: Latest on Missing Mother Nancy Guthrie — Day 22 of the Search

Savannah Guthrie, co-anchor of NBC's Today show, remains away from her broadcast duties as the search for her missing 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, enters its 22nd day. The case has gripped the nation since Nancy disappeared from her Tucson, Arizona home on January 31, 2026, in what authorities are treating as a kidnapping.

What Happened to Nancy Guthrie?

Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen January 31, 2026, when she was dropped off at her home in the Tucson, Arizona area after a visit with her family. She was reported missing February 1 when she did not show up for church. Law enforcement officials believe she was taken from her home against her will in a "possible kidnapping or abduction."

Key Evidence & Investigation Updates

The FBI analyzed videos taken from Guthrie's Tucson home that show a man who is 5 feet 9 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall, wearing a black 25-liter Ozark Trail Hiker Pack backpack, tampering with her doorbell camera the morning she disappeared. The FBI has described that man as a suspect.

DNA found on a glove recovered two miles from Nancy's home was submitted to CODIS and did not trigger a match. However, authorities say biological evidence found at Nancy's home is being analyzed. A snag involving mixed DNA sent to a lab in Florida has created a delay in the investigation.

All members of the Guthrie family have been cleared as possible suspects. The Pima County sheriff stated: "To suggest otherwise is not only wrong, it is cruel. The Guthrie family are victims plain and simple."

Ransom Notes & Demands

At least three media outlets — TMZ and CNN Tucson affiliates KOLD and KGUN — received purported ransom notes demanding millions of dollars in bitcoin for Guthrie's return. The demand was reported to be $6 million. KOLD also received a second note which contained sensitive information but no deadline.

Savannah Guthrie and her siblings posted a video on social media offering to pay for their mother's return, which investigators believe was in response to the second note. A CNN senior correspondent and former FBI agent noted the public nature of the plea suggests there is no established direct line of communication with whoever may be holding Nancy.

Reward Money & FBI Involvement

Billboards seeking tips have been seen in El Paso, Texas; Phoenix; outside Dallas; Los Angeles; Albuquerque, New Mexico; and the Dallas-Fort Worth area, after Clear Channel donated the billboard space in partnership with the FBI.

Savannah Guthrie's Plea

In a video on social media, Savannah Guthrie addressed the person who took her mother directly, saying: "It's been two weeks since our mom was taken, and I just wanted to come on and say that we still have hope and we still believe." She added: "You're not lost or alone, and it is never too late to do the right thing."

Impact on the Today Show

Savannah Guthrie has stepped away from her NBC duties, including co-hosting the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremonies, to assist in the search. The Today show has been navigating its third week without her, with Hoda Kotb filling in and anchors wearing yellow ribbons in solidarity with the Guthrie family.

Anyone with information is urged to call 1-800-CALL-FBI or submit tips at tips.fbi.gov.