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Hoda Kotb Returns to Today Show Amid Guthrie's Challenges

4/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Hoda Kotb, co-host of the Today show, returned this week to reunite with Savannah Guthrie for the first time since January 2025.
Guthrie has recently resumed her role amid an ongoing investigation into her mother Nancy's disappearance.
Kotb expressed admiration for Guthrie's resilience.
Their reunion highlighted the bond between the co-hosts and underscored perseverance in adversity.

History

Historical Context

Nancy Guthrie, an 84-year-old mother of NBC journalist Savannah Guthrie, was kidnapped from her Tucson home on February 1, 2026. The Pima County Sheriff's Department, aided by the FBI, launched a multi-agency investigation after evidence indicated she was taken against her will. The case has drawn significant media attention, highlighting the rising concerns surrounding missing persons and the emotional impact on families.

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Story summary

Hoda Kotb, co-host of the Today show, returned this week to reunite with Savannah Guthrie for the first time since January 2025.
Guthrie has recently resumed her role amid an ongoing investigation into her mother Nancy's disappearance.
Kotb expressed admiration for Guthrie's resilience.
Their reunion highlighted the bond between the co-hosts and underscored perseverance in adversity.

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