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The Actual Reason Savannah Left Today Once More Amid Report Nancy’s Motive Was Officially Identified

Savannah Guthrie was absent from the Today show on Friday, June 26. This follows new developments regarding the abduction of her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie. Reports indicate Guthrie may take another leave from her NBC News role.

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New reports indicate a possible second hiatus for Guthrie and claims of a ransom note regarding her mother's status.

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  1. Savannah Guthrie Absent from Today Amid Mother's Kidnapping Investigation

    Savannah Guthrie was absent from the Today show on Friday, June 26. This follows new developments regarding the abduction of her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie. Reports indicate Guthrie may take another leave from her NBC News role.

    What's confirmed:

    • Nancy Guthrie, 84, was kidnapped from her Tucson, Arizona home.
    • Savannah Guthrie was absent from the Today show on Friday, June 26.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Hoda Kotb was put on standby as Guthrie left her colleagues worried.
    confidence 70%

  2. Savannah Guthrie Absent From Today Amid Mother's Disappearance

    Savannah Guthrie missed the June 17 broadcast of Today. Her absence follows the disappearance of her mother, Nancy Guthrie. She also left a May 6 broadcast early.

    What's confirmed:

    • Savannah Guthrie was absent from the June 17 broadcast of Today.
    • Nancy Guthrie is missing.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Guthrie left the May 6 broadcast early due to an appointment and a family situation.
    • The investigation into Nancy Guthrie was hindered by a fatal mistake.
    confidence 80%

  3. Savannah Guthrie's June 17 Absence Attributed to Work Assignment

    Savannah Guthrie missed the Today show broadcast on June 17. Co-host Sheinelle Jones filled in for her alongside Craig Melvin. A co-host stated Guthrie is currently on assignment.

    What's confirmed:

    • Savannah Guthrie was absent from the Today show on June 17.
    • Sheinelle Jones and Craig Melvin filled in for Guthrie on June 17.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Savannah Guthrie is on assignment.
    • Guthrie's absence is connected to the search for her missing mother, Nancy Guthrie.
    confidence 80%

  4. Savannah Guthrie Absent From Today Show Amid Search for Mother

    Savannah Guthrie missed the Today show broadcasts on June 17 and June 18. Her absence follows the reported abduction and disappearance of her mother, Nancy. Reports vary on whether her most recent absence was tied to a work assignment or the search for her mother.

    What's confirmed:

    • Savannah Guthrie was absent from the Today show on Wednesday, June 17.
    • Savannah Guthrie was absent from the Today show on Thursday, June 18.
    • Nancy Guthrie is missing and was reported as abducted.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Savannah Guthrie's absence on June 17 was unrelated to her mother's case.
    confidence 80%