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TV Host's Mother Vanishes; Police Probe Foul Play
3 Feb
Summary
- Savannah Guthrie withdraws from Olympic coverage due to mother's disappearance.
- Police investigate Nancy Guthrie's vanishing as a potential crime scene.
- Elderly mother has medical needs, potentially life-threatening without medication.
Savannah Guthrie will not be attending the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Milan, Italy, as her mother, Nancy Guthrie, has gone missing. Nancy, 84, was last seen at her home in Pima County, Arizona, on the evening of January 31. Her daughter, Savannah, a prominent television host, withdrew from her Olympic co-hosting duties to be with her family during this difficult time. NBC Sports confirmed Guthrie's absence, stating their "hearts are with her and the entire Guthrie family."
The Pima County Sheriff's Department launched an urgent search for Nancy, who is described as vulnerable and in need of medication that is critical for her health. Sheriff Chris Nanos expressed concern, noting that evidence at the residence suggests Nancy "did not leave on her own." The home has been declared a crime scene, and authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding her disappearance. The family has issued a public plea for anyone with information to contact the sheriff's department, emphasizing their focus on Nancy's safe return.
