Savannah Guthrie has requested prayers from her followers as her mother, Nancy Guthrie, remains missing under suspicious circumstances. The “Today” show anchor shared an emotional Instagram post stating, “We believe in prayer… in goodness… in humanity… above all, we believe in Him.” She described her 84-year-old mother as a “woman of deep conviction” and asked supporters to join their family in praying for her safe return.
Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her Tucson, Arizona home Saturday night following a family dinner. She failed to appear at church Sunday morning, prompting concern from relatives. Law enforcement officials believe she may have been abducted from her residence while sleeping, noting signs of forced entry and blood discovered at the scene. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos stated that kidnapping appears likely given Nancy’s physical limitations, saying “she couldn’t go 50 yards.”
Several NBC colleagues expressed support in Guthrie’s Instagram comments, including Hoda Kotb who wrote “Non stop prayers,” and Jenna Bush Hager who shared “Can’t stop thinking of you and Nancy.” Savannah Guthrie has temporarily stepped away from her hosting duties on the “Today” show and withdrawn from upcoming Winter Olympics coverage commitments to focus on her mother’s safe recovery. Authorities encourage anyone with information to contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department.