Savannah Guthrie ‘gets emotional’ during commercial breaks amid mother’s disappearance
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Savannah Guthrie has reportedly been tearing up behind the scenes since returning to work amid the ongoing search for her mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Nancy has been missing for months after disappearing near her home on the morning of February 1. There have been no arrests, and no suspects have been officially named in the case, which was initially believed to involve an elderly woman who had wandered off.
Savannah Guthrie breaks down amid mother’s disappearance
Savannah returned to work last month. Although she appears calm and professional on camera, she has reportedly been struggling emotionally over her mother’s disappearance.
Sources familiar with the behind-the-scenes atmosphere at the ‘Today’ show revealed that Savannah has been tearing up during commercial breaks amid the continued uncertainty surrounding her mother’s whereabouts.
“She’s gotten emotional between commercial breaks,” a source told Page Six.
“Sometimes a fan will say something sweet to her, whether that is a guest or a sign from a fan outside that makes her feel touched,” the source explained to the outlet.
Noting that she doesn’t break down every day, the source added, “It’s to be expected.”
Savannah Guthrie praised for strength amid family crisis
Savannah, who returned to work on April 6, two months after her mother disappeared, has mostly remained composed, and people around her have reportedly been impressed.
A second source told Page Six that “everyone” has been admiring the “strength and bravery” Savannah shows on set each day during this emotional time.
“It’s never going to be ‘business as usual’ for her, but it’s important to her to put one foot in front of the other and keep going,” the insider shared.
According to the source, Savannah’s colleagues at the show have rallied around her during the emotional ordeal. The insider added that she has especially relied on co-host Jenna Bush Hager for emotional support.
“Jenna Bush is a source of comfort to her,” said the source. “She leans on Jenna a lot.”
Savannah Guthrie shares plea in Mother’s Day post
A day earlier, Savannah shared an emotional post addressed to her mother, Nancy, saying she would never be at peace until she found her. She also urged people to come forward with any information that could help locate Nancy.
"Mother, daughter, sister, Nonie, we miss you with every breath. We will never stop looking for you. We will never be at peace until we find you," Savannah wrote.
"We need help. Someone knows something that can make the difference."
She further assured informants of anonymity, saying, "Call 1800CALLFBI. You can be anonymous, and the reward remains available. Please keep praying. Bring her home."
