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Savannah Guthrie Reveals New Voice After Surgery

1/21/2026

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On January 20, Savannah Guthrie, co-host of NBC's Today show, announced she has a "new voice" after vocal cord surgery.
She can speak five to ten minutes per hour while still on vocal rest.
Guthrie's return to the Today show is planned for January 26, with a segment about the surgery airing January 23.
Colleagues praised her improved sound, signaling a successful surgery, and Guthrie thanked supporters during recovery.

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On January 20, Savannah Guthrie, co-host of NBC's Today show, announced she has a "new voice" after vocal cord surgery.
She can speak five to ten minutes per hour while still on vocal rest.
Guthrie's return to the Today show is planned for January 26, with a segment about the surgery airing January 23.
Colleagues praised her improved sound, signaling a successful surgery, and Guthrie thanked supporters during recovery.