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Mother Pleads for Proof of Life After Daughter's Disappearance

2/6/2026

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Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today co-host Savannah Guthrie, publicly pleads for proof of life after she disappeared from her Tucson home.
Ed Smart, whose daughter Elizabeth Smart was kidnapped in 2002, emphasizes community support and public pressure in such cases.
He notes the familiar emotions for families of abducted individuals, underscores the role of social media, and urges the public to share legitimate tips with investigators.

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Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today co-host Savannah Guthrie, publicly pleads for proof of life after she disappeared from her Tucson home.
Ed Smart, whose daughter Elizabeth Smart was kidnapped in 2002, emphasizes community support and public pressure in such cases.
He notes the familiar emotions for families of abducted individuals, underscores the role of social media, and urges the public to share legitimate tips with investigators.