History of Savannah Guthrie in Timeline
Savannah Guthrie is a prominent American broadcast journalist and former attorney. Best known as a main co-anchor of NBC News' Today show since July 2012, she has become a familiar face in morning television. Her background as an attorney adds a unique perspective to her journalistic work.
December 27, 1971: Savannah Guthrie's Birth
On December 27, 1971, Savannah Clark Guthrie was born in Melbourne, Australia.
1993: Graduates from the University of Arizona
In 1993, Savannah Guthrie graduated cum laude with a B.A. in journalism from the University of Arizona.
1995: Joins KVOA in Tucson
In 1995, Savannah Guthrie returned to Tucson and began working at NBC affiliate KVOA.
2001: Covers 9/11 attack on The Pentagon
In 2001, while working at WRC-TV in Washington, D.C., Savannah Guthrie covered major stories, including the September 11 attack on The Pentagon and the anthrax attacks.
2002: Graduates from Georgetown University Law Center
In 2002, Savannah Guthrie graduated magna cum laude with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Georgetown University Law Center.
2004: Joins CourtTV as a National Trial Correspondent
In 2004, Savannah Guthrie became a national trial correspondent for CourtTV, covering high-profile legal proceedings.
December 2005: Marries Mark Orchard
In December 2005, Savannah Guthrie married Mark Orchard.
September 2007: Joins NBC News
In September 2007, Guthrie joined NBC News as a legal analyst and correspondent.
September 2007: Becomes Correspondent for NBC News
In September 2007, Savannah Guthrie became a correspondent for NBC News.
2008: Becomes White House Correspondent
In 2008, Savannah Guthrie began serving as a White House correspondent for NBC News.
2008: Covers Sarah Palin's Vice-Presidential Race
In 2008, Savannah Guthrie covered Sarah Palin's vice-presidential race for NBC News and was named a White House correspondent for the network on December 18.
2009: Divorces Mark Orchard
In 2009, Savannah Guthrie divorced Mark Orchard and began a relationship with Michael Feldman.
2010: Co-anchors The Daily Rundown
In 2010 and 2011, Savannah Guthrie was the co-anchor of the MSNBC program The Daily Rundown.
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 NBC News Chief Legal Analyst
On May 25, 2011, Savannah Guthrie made her first appearance as NBC News chief legal analyst.
June 9, 2011: Leaves The Daily Rundown for Today
On June 9, 2011, Savannah Guthrie departed The Daily Rundown for Today and was appointed NBC News chief legal analyst.
2011: Co-anchors The Daily Rundown
In 2010 and 2011, Savannah Guthrie was the co-anchor of the MSNBC program The Daily Rundown.
2011: Interviews 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. She also reported exclusive details on the death of Osama bin Laden.
June 29, 2012: Announced as 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.
July 2012: Joins Today as Co-Anchor
In July 2012, Savannah Guthrie became a main co-anchor of NBC News' morning show Today.
2012: Becomes Co-Anchor of Today
In 2012, Savannah Guthrie replaced Ann Curry as co-anchor of Today, ceasing to be the third-hour co-host and chief legal analyst.
2012: Hosts Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
Since 2012, Savannah Guthrie has hosted the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on NBC and the annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting.
2013: Appears in 30 Rock Series Finale
In 2013, Savannah Guthrie appeared as herself in the series finale of the NBC sitcom 30 Rock.
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, and announced her pregnancy two days later.
2015: Appears in Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!
In 2015, Savannah Guthrie appeared as herself in the film Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!.
2015: Returns to Australia with Today
In 2015, Savannah Guthrie returned to Australia for the first time since childhood while working for Today.
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 on Today after Matt Lauer's sexual misconduct became public.
2018: Plays in Exhibition Tennis Match
In 2018, Savannah Guthrie played alongside Jack Sock in an exhibition tennis match against Roger Federer and Bill Gates, ultimately losing with a score of 3–6.
2018: Included in Time's List of 100 Most Influential People
In 2018, Savannah Guthrie was included in Time's list of 100 most influential people.
October 14, 2020: Moderates Trump Town Hall
On October 14, 2020, Savannah Guthrie moderated a town hall with President Trump after he refused to participate in a virtual presidential debate.
2020: Interviews President Donald Trump
In 2020, Savannah Guthrie interviewed then-President Donald Trump during his re-election campaign, pressing him on issues including his debts, coronavirus response, and QAnon.
February 2021: Announced as Interim Guest Host of Jeopardy!
In February 2021, Savannah Guthrie was announced as an interim guest host of Jeopardy! following the death of Alex Trebek.
January 10, 2022: Tests Positive for COVID-19 Deltacron Variant
On January 10, 2022, it was announced that Savannah Guthrie tested positive for COVID-19 Deltacron hybrid variant for the first time.
May 6, 2022: Tests Positive for COVID-19 Omicron Variant
On May 6, 2022, Savannah Guthrie tested positive for COVID-19 Omicron variant, but felt great and expected to return to Today the next day.
February 28, 2023: Tests Positive for COVID-19 Omicron Variant Again
On February 28, 2023, Savannah Guthrie tested positive for COVID-19 Omicron variant again, leaving the show after not feeling well.
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