History of Savannah Guthrie in Timeline

Savannah Guthrie is a prominent American broadcast journalist and attorney best known as a main co-anchor of NBC News' morning show, Today. She has held this influential position since July 2012, making her a fixture in morning television. Guthrie's background as an attorney complements her journalism career, adding depth and credibility to her reporting. Her role on Today places her among the most visible figures in American broadcast news.

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December 27, 1971: Savannah Guthrie Born

On December 27, 1971, Savannah Clark Guthrie was born in the USA.

1988: Death of Charles Guthrie

In 1988, Savannah Guthrie's father, Charles, died unexpectedly on a mining exploration in Mexico.

December 2005: Marries Mark Orchard

In December 2005, Savannah Guthrie married Mark Orchard, a BBC News presenter.

September 2007: Joins NBC News

In September 2007, Savannah Guthrie joined NBC News as a legal analyst and correspondent.

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2008: White House Correspondent

In 2008, Savannah Guthrie became a White House correspondent.

January 2009: Divorces Mark Orchard

In January 2009, Savannah Guthrie divorced Mark Orchard.

2010: Co-anchor of The Daily Rundown

In 2010, Savannah Guthrie became the co-anchor of the MSNBC program The Daily Rundown.

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May 9, 2011: Named Co-host of Today's 9 a.m. Hour

On May 9, 2011, Savannah Guthrie was confirmed as co-host of Today's 9 a.m. hour alongside Natalie Morales and Al Roker, also becoming the show's Chief Legal Editor.

May 25, 2011: First Appearance as Chief Legal Analyst

On May 25, 2011, Savannah Guthrie made her first appearance as NBC News chief legal analyst.

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June 9, 2011: Departs The Daily Rundown

On June 9, 2011, Savannah Guthrie left The Daily Rundown for Today and was appointed NBC News chief legal analyst.

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2011: Interviews with Donald Trump and Conrad Murray

In 2011, Savannah Guthrie interviewed Donald Trump about the Barack Obama "birther" controversy and Conrad Murray after he was found guilty in Michael Jackson's death, and reported exclusive details on the death of Osama bin Laden.

June 29, 2012: Named Co-Anchor of Today

On June 29, 2012, it was announced that Savannah Guthrie would co-anchor Today, replacing Ann Curry.

July 9, 2012: First Day as Co-Anchor of Today

On July 9, 2012, Savannah Guthrie's first day as co-anchor of Today alongside Matt Lauer.

2012: Replaces Ann Curry on Today

In 2012, Savannah Guthrie replaced Ann Curry as co-anchor of Today.

2012: Hosts Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Since 2012, Savannah Guthrie has hosted the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on NBC and the annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting.

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2013: Appears in 30 Rock Series Finale

In 2013, Savannah Guthrie appeared as herself in the series finale of the NBC sitcom 30 Rock.

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2013: Engaged to Michael Feldman

In 2013, Savannah Guthrie became engaged to Michael Feldman.

March 15, 2014: Marries Michael Feldman

On March 15, 2014, Savannah Guthrie married Michael Feldman in Tucson, Arizona.

August 2014: Birth of Daughter Vale

In August 2014, Savannah Guthrie gave birth to her first child, a daughter named Vale.

2015: Appears in Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!

In 2015, Savannah Guthrie appeared as herself in the film Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!

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June 7, 2016: Announces Second Pregnancy

On June 7, 2016, Savannah Guthrie announced she and her husband were expecting their second child.

November 29, 2017: Welcomes Hoda Kotb as Cohost

On November 29, 2017, Savannah Guthrie welcomed Hoda Kotb as cohost after Matt Lauer's sexual harassment became public.

2018: Participates in Match for Africa

In 2018, Savannah Guthrie participated in Match for Africa, an exhibition tennis match charity event, partnering with Jack Sock against Bill Gates and Roger Federer. Guthrie and Sock lost the match.

2018: Included in Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2018, Savannah Guthrie was included in Time's list of 100 most influential people.

2020: Interview with President Trump

In 2020, Savannah Guthrie interviewed then-President Trump during his re-election campaign, pressing him on debts, coronavirus response, and QAnon.

February 2021: Interim Guest Host of Jeopardy!

In February 2021, Savannah Guthrie was announced as an interim guest host of Jeopardy! following the death of host Alex Trebek.

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January 2026: Vocal Cord Surgery and Hiatus

In January 2026, Savannah Guthrie underwent surgery to remove nodules and a polyp from her vocal cords, leading to a brief hiatus from the Today show.

January 31, 2026: Last Seen Date of Mother

Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, was last seen on January 31, 2026, prompting authorities to treat her disappearance as a crime.

February 1, 2026: Mother Reported Missing

On February 1, 2026, the Pima County Sheriff's Department reported that Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, was missing.

2026: Broadcasting duties suspended due to mother's disappearance

In 2026, Savannah Guthrie suspended her broadcasting duties, including coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, after her mother Nancy disappeared.