Savannah Guthrie Speaks Publicly About Mother's Disappearance
Savannah Guthrie has given her first interview about her mother's abduction, appealing for public information.
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Nancy Guthrie Disappearance
Nancy Guthrie, 84-year-old mother of NBC Today Show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing on February 1 from her Tucson, Arizona home. Authorities believe she was kidnapped, with FBI releasing surveillance footage of a masked suspect. The family offered a $1 million reward for information and acknowledged she may no longer be alive. Savannah Guthrie returned to the Today Show on March 5 after an extended absence.
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2026-08-18 to 2026-11-15 · UTC publication dates
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FBI releases surveillance video of masked person at Guthrie home
The FBI released surveillance video showing a masked person who was outside Nancy Guthrie's front door in Tucson on the night of January 31, 2026, when she disappeared. No suspect has been identified.
Savannah Guthrie announced return to 'Today' show on April 6
NBC announced that Savannah Guthrie will return to her role as co-host of the 'Today' show on April 6, 2026, after a two-month absence following her mother's disappearance. In an interview with former co-host Hoda Kotb, Guthrie stated she will return because she considers the show and her colleagues family and believes it is part of her purpose.
Guthrie family offers $1 million reward in mother's disappearance case
The Guthrie family offered a $1 million reward for information leading to the recovery of Nancy Guthrie in connection with her disappearance from her Tucson home.
Nancy Guthrie reported missing from Tucson, Arizona home
Nancy Guthrie, 84 years old, was reported missing from her home in Tucson, Arizona on February 1, 2026. Her back doors were found open, her cellphone and purse were left behind, blood was found on the front porch, and a doorbell camera had been forcibly removed. Authorities believe she was taken against her will.
Savannah Guthrie believes ransom notes for mother's return are authentic
In an interview with Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie stated she believes two of the ransom notes demanding payment in Bitcoin for her mother's return were likely authentic, though others were fake. She acknowledged that her wealth and prominence may have made her mother a target for kidnapping for ransom.
Nancy Guthrie, 84-year-old mother of NBC anchor Savannah Guthrie, abducted from Tucson home
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was abducted from her home in Tucson, Arizona on February 1. She was reported missing after failing to appear for church on Sunday, February 1. Her family discovered her missing when back doors were propped open, the front door Ring camera had been yanked off, blood was found on the front doorstep, and her phone and personal belongings remained in the home.
Ransom notes received in Nancy Guthrie abduction case
Several ransom notes demanding millions of dollars for Nancy Guthrie's return have been received. Savannah Guthrie stated that she believes two of the ransom notes are legitimate, though authorities reported that some ransom requests were believed to be false. There has been no proof of life from the abductors.
No DNA matches found in federal database for Nancy Guthrie case
Investigators recovered more than a dozen gloves in the surrounding community. However, the one glove that authorities believed matched the one worn by the person in the doorbell camera footage turned out to be unrelated and belonged to a nearby restaurant worker. There have been no DNA matches with known criminals in the federal database.
Family offers $1 million reward for Nancy Guthrie's return
Savannah Guthrie's family increased the reward for Nancy's safe return to $1 million, in addition to the FBI's $100,000 reward. The family distributed a video asking for prayers and stating their belief in a miracle and hope for Nancy's return.
FBI receives over 13,000 tips in Nancy Guthrie abduction investigation
As of March 5, the FBI reported receiving more than 13,000 tips related to Nancy Guthrie's abduction. Despite the large number of tips and a massive search effort, the investigation has slowed considerably with no solid leads emerging and no charges filed against any suspects, though police have detained several persons of interest.
Surveillance footage shows masked suspect at Nancy Guthrie's home during abduction
Investigators released doorbell camera footage showing an armed man wearing a balaclava, gloves, and a backpack approaching the front door of Nancy Guthrie's home and tampering with the Nest camera at 1:47 a.m. on February 1. The suspect's face and identifying features were obscured by the ski mask and gloves.
Savannah Guthrie gives first interview about mother's abduction
NBC anchor Savannah Guthrie gave her first interview since her mother's abduction, speaking with Today show co-host Hoda Kotb. The interview aired on March 26, nearly two months after Nancy's disappearance. Guthrie described the harrowing details of discovering her mother was missing and expressed her belief that Nancy is still alive.
Masked, armed suspect captured on home security camera during kidnapping
Security footage from Nancy Guthrie's Google Nest door camera captured a masked man wearing gloves and armed with a gun tampering with the camera on the night she disappeared. The FBI released the footage on February 10, estimating the suspect to be between 5 feet 9 inches and 5 feet 10 inches tall with an average build, wearing a black 25-liter Ozark Trail Hiker Pack backpack.
Black gloves found near kidnapping scene determined to belong to unrelated person
Black gloves discovered two miles from Nancy Guthrie's home were initially suspected to belong to the kidnapper. DNA testing completed on March 4 revealed the gloves belonged to a restaurant worker unconnected to the case.
Nancy Guthrie, 84, reported missing from Arizona home on February 1
Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC "Today" show anchor Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing on February 1 from her home in the Catalina Foothills area near Tucson, Arizona. She was last seen on January 31 after being dropped off at her home around 10 p.m. following a dinner and game night. She failed to appear at a friend's house to stream a virtual church service, prompting authorities to be alerted to her disappearance.
Savannah Guthrie gives first interview about mother's disappearance
Savannah Guthrie sat down with NBC "Today" co-host Hoda Kotb for her first televised interview since her mother Nancy disappeared. The interview, first part airing on March 26 with a second part scheduled for March 27, featured Guthrie discussing details of the case, including the circumstances of her mother's disappearance and the impact on her family.
Nancy Guthrie believed to have been abducted; crime scene discovered at home
Authorities determined that Nancy Guthrie was likely taken against her will in the early hours of February 1. A crime scene was discovered at her home, including blood on the front doorstep and evidence of forced entry. Back doors were propped open, the Ring camera had been yanked off, and her phone and purse remained in the house.
FBI and Guthrie family offer combined rewards for Nancy Guthrie's return
The FBI is offering a $100,000 reward for information leading to the recovery of Nancy Guthrie. The Guthrie family has offered a separate $1 million reward. Authorities are asking anyone with information to call 1-800-CALL-FBI or visit tips.fbi.gov.
Pima County Sheriff says kidnapping likely targeted but still investigating motive
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos stated that investigators believe Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping was likely a targeted incident, but emphasized they are not 100% certain of the motive. Authorities are investigating a possible connection to an electrical disruption that occurred on the night of the kidnapping and are examining unknown DNA evidence.
Authorities analyzing evidence including DNA and camera footage in ongoing investigation
As of March 13, the Pima County Sheriff's Department continues to analyze various forms of evidence in the Nancy Guthrie case, including material from laboratories and images and videos from cameras. Authorities are also requesting that the public search home videos for suspicious activity on January 31 and January 11.
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Crime Scene Evidence Points to Targeted Kidnapping, Authorities Reveal
Security footage and forensic evidence point to a targeted kidnapping; investigation ongoing.
Savannah Guthrie Pleads for Information in First Public Interview
Savannah Guthrie gave her first interview since her mother's disappearance, pleading publicly for information.
Family Calls on Community to Recall Events Around Two Key Dates
The Guthrie family urges the Arizona public to recall anything around January 11 and February 1, as a $1 million reward stands.
Savannah Guthrie Returns to Camera After Mother's Abduction
Savannah Guthrie gave her first on-camera interview since her mother's abduction, ending a leave begun in February 2025.
Joint FBI and Sheriff Task Force Pursues Masked Suspect in Guthrie Case
FBI and Pima County Sheriff jointly investigate the masked-suspect abduction of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, with a $1 million family reward offered.
Savannah Guthrie Breaks Silence, Describes Family's 'Agony' Over Disappearance
Savannah Guthrie gave her first formal interview describing her family's 'agony' over her mother's ongoing disappearance.
Genetic Genealogy Deployed as DNA Clues Emerge in Guthrie Investigation
Investigators are using genetic genealogy on DNA evidence as forensic analysis of the Guthrie disappearance intensifies.
FBI Footage and $1M Reward as Search for Missing 84-Year-Old Continues
FBI releases surveillance footage and family offers $1M reward in search for missing 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie.