Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie released an emotional video update on Instagram, describing her family’s situation as an “hour of desperation” as the search for her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, enters its second week.
Nancy was reported missing from her Tucson, Arizona, home on February 1, 2025, after she failed to attend church. Authorities believe she was kidnapped, citing evidence of forced entry and DNA-confirmed blood found on her front porch.
The Latest Update: “An Hour of Desperation”
In the latest video, Savannah spoke directly to her followers, pleading for nationwide vigilance while expressing hope that her mother is still alive.
A Direct Plea: “No matter where you are, even if you’re far from Tucson, if you see anything, if you hear anything… please report it to law enforcement,” Guthrie said.
Health Concerns: The family remains deeply concerned about Nancy’s health. She has a pacemaker and requires daily medication for high blood pressure and heart issues. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has stressed that these medications are vital for her survival.
The Ransom Deadline: The video was released shortly before a 7:00 PM ET deadline set by an unverified ransom note that demanded $6 million in Bitcoin. As of February 10, that deadline has passed with no confirmed payment or proof of life provided by any alleged abductors.
Current State of the Investigation
Despite a massive multi-agency effort, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department confirmed on February 10 that they still have no suspects or persons of interest.
| Investigation Detail | Status / Update |
| Evidence | Blood on the porch matched Nancy’s DNA; the doorbell camera was manually disconnected. |
| Ransom Notes | Multiple notes received by news outlets; the FBI has not confirmed their authenticity. |
| FBI Involvement | A 24-hour command post is active; digital billboards offering a $50,000 reward are up in four states. |
| Search Areas | Investigators have searched the homes of Nancy and her daughter Annie; a septic tank at the property was recently inspected. |
| Political Support | President Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi have both spoken with Savannah Guthrie to offer federal resources. |
Impact on “Today” and the Olympics
Savannah Guthrie has been absent from her anchoring duties on the Today show since the disappearance began.
Olympic Withdrawal: Guthrie was originally scheduled to co-host the 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony in Milan-Cortina. She withdrew from the assignment to remain in Arizona with her siblings, Annie and Camron.
Public Support: High-profile figures, including Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Garner, have publicly shared Guthrie’s plea to help amplify the search efforts.
