Savannah Guthrie Returns to 'Today' Show After 2-Month Leave for Missing Mother

Savannah Guthrie made her return to NBC's 'Today' show on Monday, April 6, telling viewers 'it is good to be home' after a two-month absence. The anchor had stepped away from the morning newscast in early February to focus on searching for her missing mother.

Guthrie's 84-year-old mother Nancy disappeared in what authorities are investigating as an apparent kidnapping. The anchor took leave from her co-hosting duties to dedicate herself full-time to the search efforts.

During Guthrie's absence, the 'Today' show used guest hosts and other NBC personalities to fill her spot alongside regular co-host Hoda Kotb. The morning show is one of NBC's flagship programs and a major source of revenue for the network.

Guthrie has been co-hosting 'Today' since 2012 and is considered one of the most prominent figures in morning television. Her mother Nancy remains missing, and the search continues even as Guthrie returns to work.