Savannah Guthrie's mother missing after abduction

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Savannah Guthrie's mother was abducted from their home on February 1, 2026, leading to Guthrie's absence from the 'Today' show for nearly three months. As of April 6, 2026, her mother remains missing, and the family has offered a $1 million reward for information leading to her safe return. Guthrie returned to her anchor duties on April 6, 2026, after previously undergoing vocal cord surgery in late 2025 for a ruptured blood vessel and a callus. She had initially returned to full hosting duties on January 26, 2026, following a month-long medical leave for the surgery.

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April 2026 1 developments

  1. Savannah Guthrie returned to the 'Today' show anchor desk on April 6, 2026, after nearly three month…

    Savannah Guthrie returned to the 'Today' show anchor desk on April 6, 2026, after nearly three months away, with her absence also attributed to her mother's abduction from their home on February 1, 2026. Her mother remains missing, and the family has offered a $1 million reward for information leading to her safe return.

January 2026 8 developments

  1. Savannah Guthrie revealed that before her vocal cord surgery, she initially tried to embrace her ras…

    Savannah Guthrie revealed that before her vocal cord surgery, she initially tried to embrace her raspier voice, comparing it to 'sexy Demi Moore,' but ultimately 'couldn't ignore it anymore,' leading to her decision for the procedure.

  2. Savannah Guthrie officially returned to her full hosting duties on the 'Today' show on Monday, January 26, after a month-long medical leave for vocal cord surgery.

    Savannah Guthrie officially returned to her full hosting duties on the 'Today' show on Monday, January 26, after a month-long medical leave for vocal cord surgery. She made a humorous remark about Al Roker's excitement for her return.

  3. Savannah Guthrie's vocal cord surgery was identified as microlaryngeal surgery performed by Dr.

    Savannah Guthrie's vocal cord surgery was identified as microlaryngeal surgery performed by Dr. Peak Woo to remove a hemorrhagic polyp and a vocal nodule.

  4. Savannah Guthrie revealed that her vocal cord surgery was necessitated by a ruptured blood vessel and a callus on her vocal cords.

    Savannah Guthrie revealed that her vocal cord surgery was necessitated by a ruptured blood vessel and a callus on her vocal cords. She shared these specific medical details during her return to the 'Today' show.

  5. A special segment on 'Today' detailed Guthrie's vocal cord surgery journey, including before-and-after footage and the emotional moment she first heard her new voice.

    A special segment on 'Today' detailed Guthrie's vocal cord surgery journey, including before-and-after footage and the emotional moment she first heard her new voice.

  6. Guthrie made a surprise video appearance on the 'Today' show, debuting her 'new voice' to her co-hosts and viewers.

    Guthrie made a surprise video appearance on the 'Today' show, debuting her 'new voice' to her co-hosts and viewers. She explained she was still on vocal rest but allowed to talk for short periods.

  7. After eight days of complete silence and an additional week of partial vocal rest, Guthrie spoke for…

    After eight days of complete silence and an additional week of partial vocal rest, Guthrie spoke for the first time post-surgery during a follow-up with her doctor, becoming emotional upon hearing her clear voice.

  8. Guthrie shared an update on Instagram, posting a photo with a whiteboard that read 'All good!

    Guthrie shared an update on Instagram, posting a photo with a whiteboard that read 'All good! Thanks for prayers and love!' indicating her surgery was over and she was recovering.

December 2025 1 developments

  1. Guthrie announced on the 'Today' show that she would be undergoing vocal cord surgery in the new yea…

    Guthrie announced on the 'Today' show that she would be undergoing vocal cord surgery in the new year to address vocal nodules and a polyp, and would be taking time off for recovery.

November 2023 1 developments

  1. Savannah Guthrie announced on the 'Today' show that she had been diagnosed with laryngopharyngeal re…

    Savannah Guthrie announced on the 'Today' show that she had been diagnosed with laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), which she initially thought was just her voice getting hoarser with age.