SHATTERED PLANS

Inside ‘the worst phone call of Savannah Guthrie’s life’ as cops hunt her missing mom Nancy

SAVANNAH Guthrie is stepping back from a major Winter Olympics role after getting what one colleague called “the worst phone call of her life.”

The shock news came after her 84-year-old mom, Nancy, was reported missing.

NBC ‘Today’ co-host Savannah Guthrie won’t be hosting 2026 winter olympics in Italy anymoreCredit: Getty

Savannah’s mother Nancy went missing from their home in Tucson on SaturdayCredit: Facebook/Savannah Guthrie

Nancy Guthrie, 84, was reported missing and authorities believe that she was taken from her home against her willCredit: The U.S. Sun

Pictures show what appears to be a trail of blood at the front door of the houseCredit: The U.S. Sun
The search is centered in Tucson, Arizona, where Guthrie is expected to stay to support the search effort, according to reports.

Guthrie was set to fly to Italy on Monday for coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

But she was blindsided by the call telling her that her mom was missing.

It was “the worst phone call of her life,” an NBC producer who knows Guthrie told CNN.

The outlet reported Guthrie will no longer host the opening ceremony for the 2026 Games.

What we know about Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance…

Today host Savannah Guthrie’s mom is missing and cops fear she was abducted from her home in Arizona
Investigators have admitted they have no suspects, and said “we’re stumped” as they begged for tips
Savannah’s sister Annie and her brother in law Tommaso were spotted for the first time since her mom’s disappearance
Disturbing pictures have captured a trail of blood outside Nancy’s home, where signs of forced entry were also reportedly found
Several newsrooms have reported receiving what appear to be ransom notes, and detectives are looking into them
Today executives are said to be beefing up security at offices in New York City out of an abundance of caution
Savannah’s costar and friend Jenna Bush Hager announced she’s holding a prayer vigil in New York City for Nancy

A source familiar also told CNN she will not host the first night of prime-time Olympic coverage.

Instead, she will remain in Arizona as the search ramps up.

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her home in the Catalina Foothills around 9:30 pm on Saturday.

Her personal belongings, including her cellphone, wallet, and car, were left behind after she vanished.

The sheriff described the home as a “crime scene” as investigators worked through what happened.

Nanos said officials don’t believe she left on her own because she has limited mobility and needs daily medication.

A family member called 911 around noon on Sunday after she failed to show up for church.

The sheriff said there were concerning circumstances at the home and he would not rule out foul play.

Timeline of Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance

Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her home on February 1, 2026.

Timeline:

January 31, 5:32 pm: Nancy Guthrie jumps in an Uber and travels to a relative’s house for dinner.
January 31, 9:48 pm: Family members drop off Nancy, 84, at her home in Tucson, Arizona, after having dinner with her.
January 31, 9:50 pm: Nancy’s garage door closes.
February 1, 1:47 am: Nancy’s doorbell camera disconnects.
February 1, 2:12 am: Software detects person on camera (No video available, no subscription).
February 1, 2:28 am: Nancy’s pacemaker app shows disconnect from her phone.
February 1, 11:00 am: A parishioner at Nancy’s church calls the mom’s children and says she failed to show up for service.
February 1, 11:56 am: The family goes to Nancy’s home to check on her.
February 1, 12:03 pm: A 911 to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department is placed by the family.
February 1, 12:15 pm: Pima County deputies arrive at Nancy’s residence.
February 1, 8:55 pm: The Pima County Sheriff’s Office gives their first press conference, and reveals some clues found at Nancy’s home caused “grave concern.” They say helicopters, drones, and infrared cameras are all being utilized in the search.
February 2, 9:17 am: Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos says search crews have been pulled back, as Nancy’s home is considered a crime scene.
February 2, morning: Savannah releases a statement that’s read by her co-hosts on Today, and thanks supporters for their prayers.
February 2, evening: Nanos tells the media they fear Nancy has been abducted.
February 3: Nanos admits they have no suspects, no leads, and no videos that could lead to Nancy’s recovery. He and the FBI beg for more tips and accounts from residents.
February 3: A trail of blood is pictured outside Nancy’s home, where there were reportedly signs of forced entry.

The frantic search took a grim turn Tuesday after TMZ reported it received an alleged note demanding millions in Bitcoin for Nancy’s release.

Homicide detectives are also investigating.

Nanos stressed this was not a case of someone getting confused, saying she is “sharp as a tack.”

In a statement, Guthrie said, “On behalf of our family, I want to thank everyone for the thoughts, prayers, and messages of support. Right now, our focus remains on the safe return of our dear mom.”

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said Nancy may have been abducted from her homeCredit: Getty

Guthrie was set to fly to Italy on Monday for coverage of the 2026 Winter OlympicsCredit: Alamy

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said Nancy Guthrie was last seen at her home in the Catalina Foothills around 9:30 pm on SaturdayCredit: Instagram/savannahguthrie