Savannah Guthrie took a short leave of absence from the Today Show earlier this year. She was gone for two months as she desperately searched for her mom. Nancy Guthrie, 84, was abducted from her home in February 2026. She’s still missing nine months later. However, her daughter returned to work for a sense of normalcy in a very uncommon situation. But the anchor has been missing more and more days, sparking exit rumors. Now, her future at the NBC morning program has been confirmed. Keep reading for all the details.
Savannah Guthrie’s Future At Today Revealed Amid Exit Rumors
Savannah Guthrie joined NBC in 2011. She’s now the main anchor of the Today Show‘s first two hours alongside Craig Melvin. The journalist recently pulled an all-nighter for the 2026 midterm elections. She’s missed several episodes since then, renewing exit rumors from earlier this year.
Carson Daly was recently promoted to co-anchor on the show’s weekend edition. He also appears on the weekly program. His promotion further fueled rumors about Savannah Guthrie’s future, especially amid news that she’s hosting NBC’s upcoming Wordle game show. But now there’s been confirmation about her future with the Today Show.
PEOPLE magazine revealed that Savannah Guthrie’s signed a new contract with NBC. Her previous contract was reportedly expiring at the end of the year. The outlet didn’t share how long she re-signed for. “Savannah is not only so unbelievably strong, but she is the glue that keeps the show together,” a source said.
Page Six reported in 2024 that Savannah Guthrie makes between $7 million and $8 million per year on the Today Show. The hosts recently enjoyed a trip to Ireland on NBC’s dime.
She Reunites With Hoda Kotb For Special Event
The holidays are rapidly approaching. However, many refuse to celebrate the Christmas season until Thanksgiving is over. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade celebrates its 100th anniversary this year.
The parade is actually over 100 years old, but took a three-year hiatus during World War II. Savannah Guthrie covers the parade for the Today Show. Her former co-host, Hoda Kotb, joins her. Al Roker is back for his 31st Macy’s Parade.
This year’s parade will feature 100 balloons, including the return of Snoopy. Additionally, viewers can enjoy marching bands from across the country and musical performances from some of today’s hottest stars. The parade ends with Santa’s arrival.
Coverage begins on Thursday, November 26, at 8:30 AM in all time zones on NBC and Peacock. Stay tuned for more details on this year’s performers.
Jennifer Havener grew up in a small town in Upstate New York. She earned her B.A in Writing & Literature from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado. She always knew watching reality TV shows and soap operas, particularly ‘Days of Our Lives’, would come in handy someday. When she’s not writing, she’s playing with her dogs, Lola and Ruger