Savannah Guthrie Opens Up About Mother’s Disappearance in Emotional Interview with Hoda Kotb
Nearly two months after her mother disappeared, Savannah Guthrie returned to the “Today” show on Thursday morning for a sit-down interview with friend and longtime colleague Hoda Kotb. In part-one of the interview, Guthrie described the agony she and her family have been in since her mother, Nancy, went missing from her home in Tucson, Arizona.
The Night of the Disappearance
Savannah Guthrie recalled the moment she found out her 84-year-aged mother was missing. She described the panicked call from her sister saying Nancy was gone. Initially, they believed their mother had experienced a medical episode and been transported by paramedics to a local hospital. Guthrie explained that her mother had significant back pain and limited mobility, making it unlikely she wandered off.
Evidence at the Scene
“The back door was propped open,” Guthrie said, also noting there was blood on the front step. “The Ring camera had been yanked off.”
Fears of Kidnapping and Ransom
After checking local hospitals without success, Guthrie contacted her brother, leading to the growing fear that her mother had been kidnapped for ransom and she might be the reason.
“I don’t know that it is as she’s my mom and somebody thought…that lady has money we could create a quick buck,” Guthrie said. “It is too much to bear to perceive that I brought this to her bedside that it is because of me. I just say, ‘I’m so sorry, mommy.’”
Dismissing Family Involvement Speculation
In the days following the disappearance, hurtful speculation arose suggesting potential involvement from family members. Guthrie vehemently defended her family, stating, “No one took better care of my sister and mom more than my sister and brother-in-law and no one protected my mom more than my brother.”
Ransom Notes and Hope for a Breakthrough
While the family received ransom notes, Guthrie indicated they believed most were not credible, with the exception of two letters to which they publicly responded. “I tend to believe those are real,” Guthrie said.
A Plea for Information
For now, Guthrie is hoping that someone will arrive forward with information about her mother’s disappearance. “We cannot be at peace without knowing and someone can do the right thing. And it is never too late to do the right thing,” Guthrie said. “Our hearts are focused on that.”
Faith Amidst Uncertainty
Despite the agonizing uncertainty, Guthrie shared that she has found strength in her faith.
Savannah’s full interview with Hoda Kotb will air in two parts on TODAY on Thursday, March 26, and Friday, March 27. Source