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Today Show's 'Mom Hug' Post Sparks Outrage Amid Host's Missing Mother
14 Feb
Summary
- An Instagram post on Today's account featured a 'mom hug' after a guest interview.
- Critics questioned the timing due to host Savannah Guthrie's mother being missing.
- The post ignited debate about sensitivity and professional conduct.
A recent Instagram post by NBC's Today show has ignited controversy due to its perceived insensitivity. The post, captioned "Nothing beats a mom hug," featured host Sheinelle Jones embracing a guest's mother.
This message was shared while Today anchor Savannah Guthrie's own mother remains missing. The timing of the post drew sharp criticism from various viewers and former NBC personality Megyn Kelly.
Kelly publicly questioned the post's timing, calling it a potential "despicable gaffe or an intentional move." Online commenters also expressed dismay, with one noting the inappropriateness given Guthrie's family situation.
Guthrie's mother, Nancy, was last seen on January 31, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. She was reported missing the following morning. Her abduction has been a prominent story on Today.
Investigators have released footage of a figure near Nancy's door on the night of her disappearance. The FBI and local law enforcement are involved, but no arrests have been made, and Nancy requires urgent heart medication.
