Search Underway for Missing Nancy Guthrie, Mother of Savannah Guthrie

Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of "Today Show" host Savannah Guthrie, has been reported missing from her home in the Catalina Foothills area of Arizona. She was last seen on Saturday, January 31, 2026, around 9:30 to 9:45 p.m., with a family member reporting her missing around noon on Sunday, February 1. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has initiated a search and rescue operation, which has escalated due to concerning circumstances found at her residence.

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The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has deployed search and rescue teams, including ground crews, dog units, and aerial support, to locate Nancy Guthrie. Sheriff Chris Nanos indicated that the investigation is being treated as a search and rescue mission, but he did not rule out foul play, stating that "concerning evidence" was discovered at her home. This prompted the involvement of homicide detectives, which is atypical for missing person cases. The search is concentrated in the Catalina Foothills area, specifically near East Skyline Drive and North Campbell Avenue.

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Nancy Guthrie is described as 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighing approximately 150 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. Authorities have classified her as a "missing vulnerable adult" due to her age and physical ailments, although she does not have cognitive issues. The sheriff expressed grave concern for her wellbeing, particularly regarding her ability to withstand cold weather conditions.

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Sheriff Chris Nanos emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating, "We hope we find her safe and sound, but we are very concerned." He noted that the response to her disappearance has been extensive, with multiple resources allocated to the search. A spokesperson for Savannah Guthrie confirmed that the family is cooperating closely with law enforcement and expressed gratitude for the public's outreach and support.

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While the investigation is ongoing, there has been no public dissent regarding the handling of the case. However, the unusual involvement of homicide detectives has raised questions among observers about the nature of the circumstances surrounding Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.

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There are discrepancies regarding the exact time Nancy Guthrie was last seen, with reports varying slightly between 9:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. on January 31. Additionally, the specific nature of the "concerning evidence" found at her home has not been disclosed, leaving a gap in public understanding of the case.

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Authorities continue to search for Nancy Guthrie, urging anyone with information to contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department. The investigation will likely evolve as search efforts progress and any new evidence emerges.

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• “We don't typically get the sheriffs out at a scene like this.” — Sheriff Chris Nanos

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• “We’ve pretty much thrown everything at this as we can,” — Sheriff Chris Nanos

Savannah Guthrie’s mother reported missing in Arizona: ‘Grave concern’

• “If anyone has any information, please contact the Pima County Sheriff’s Department at 520-351-4900," a spokesperson for Savannah said in a statement to Entertainment Weekly.” — Savannah Guthrie's spokesperson

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