Hoda Kotb will continue filling in for Savannah Guthrie on Today as the search for Savannah’s 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, enters its fourth week.
Kotb, who left the show last year, returned to Studio 1A to provide stability during the crisis. NBC insiders say the team is taking things “week by week,” with no plans for her to resume a full-time role alongside Craig Melvin. She remains focused on her brand, Joy 101, and family.
Savannah has stepped away from major assignments, including Olympics and State of the Union coverage, and is currently in Tucson, Arizona. She recently shared an emotional video announcing a reward of up to $1 million for information about her mother’s disappearance. Her contract with NBC is also set to expire this year, fueling speculation about her future.
Despite the emotional strain, staffers say the situation has strengthened the “Today” team’s bond. Meanwhile, ratings have surged — with Today drawing about 3.4 million viewers, up significantly from last year — likely driven by public interest in the case and strong Olympics coverage.