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Savannah Guthrie Returns After Vocal Cord Surgery
26 Jan
Summary
- Savannah Guthrie underwent surgery for vocal nodules and a polyp.
- She communicated via whiteboard during an eight-day vocal rest period.
- Guthrie became emotional hearing her healed voice for the first time.
Savannah Guthrie has returned to her co-hosting duties on the 'Today' show following vocal cord surgery. The anchor had been experiencing voice issues, described as scratchy and cracking, due to vocal nodules and a polyp. These non-cancerous growths necessitated a surgical procedure performed in early January 2026.
Following the surgery, Guthrie was required to observe eight days of strict vocal rest. During this period, she communicated with others by writing on a whiteboard. This period of silence was a crucial part of her recovery process to allow her vocal cords to heal properly.
Upon completion of her vocal rest, Guthrie made her first attempt to speak in her doctor's office. The experience was emotional for her as she heard her 'new voice' for the first time. She expressed profound joy, stating that her voice sounded so good she could cry.
