History of Savannah Guthrie in Timeline

Savannah Guthrie is an Australian-born American broadcast journalist and former attorney. She is best known as a main co-anchor of NBC News' morning show, Today, a role she has held since July 2012. Guthrie's career transitioned from law to journalism, ultimately leading her to a prominent position in morning television.

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December 27, 1971: Savannah Guthrie Born

On December 27, 1971, Savannah Clark Guthrie was born in Melbourne, Australia.

October 1993: First Broadcasting Job at KTVM

In October 1993, Savannah Guthrie started her first job in broadcasting at KTVM in Butte, Montana, but the local news operation closed after 10 days.

1993: Graduates from University of Arizona

In 1993, Savannah Guthrie graduated cum laude from the University of Arizona with a B.A. in journalism.

1995: Joins KVOA in Tucson

In 1995, Savannah Guthrie started working at NBC affiliate KVOA in Tucson after two years at KMIZ in Columbia, Missouri.

2001: Covers 9/11 Attack and Anthrax Attacks

In 2001, Savannah Guthrie covered major stories, including the September 11 attack on The Pentagon and the anthrax attacks while working at WRC-TV in Washington, D.C..

2002: Graduates from Georgetown University Law Center

In 2002, Savannah Guthrie graduated magna cum laude with a Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center and received the highest score on the Arizona Bar exam.

2002: Receives Juris Doctor

In 2002, Savannah Guthrie received a Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center, graduating magna cum laude. She also passed the Arizona Bar Exam with the highest score.

2004: Becomes National Trial Correspondent

In 2004, Savannah Guthrie became a national trial correspondent for CourtTV, covering high-profile legal proceedings, including the Martha Stewart case and the Michael Jackson trial.

December 2005: Marries Mark Orchard

In December 2005, Savannah Guthrie married Mark Orchard, whom she met while covering the trial of Michael Jackson.

September 2007: Becomes NBC News Correspondent

In September 2007, Savannah Guthrie became a correspondent for NBC News.

September 2007: Joins NBC News

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

2008: White House Correspondent

In 2008, Savannah Guthrie became a White House correspondent.

2008: Covers Sarah Palin's Vice-Presidential Race

In 2008, Savannah Guthrie covered Sarah Palin's vice-presidential race and was named a White House correspondent for NBC News.

2009: Divorces Mark Orchard

In 2009, Savannah Guthrie divorced Mark Orchard and began a relationship with Michael Feldman.

2010: Co-anchor of The Daily Rundown

In 2010, Savannah Guthrie became a 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: Departs The Daily Rundown for Today

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

2011: Continues as White House Correspondent and Co-Anchor

In 2011, Savannah Guthrie continued her roles as White House correspondent and co-anchor of 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 the death of Michael Jackson. She also reported exclusive details on the death of Osama bin Laden.

June 29, 2012: Announcement 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.

2012: Named Co-Anchor of Today

In 2012, Savannah Guthrie replaced Ann Curry as co-anchor of Today, ceasing her role as 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".

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2013: Engaged to Michael Feldman

In 2013, Savannah Guthrie got engaged to Michael Feldman.

March 15, 2014: Marries Michael Feldman

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

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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2015: Return to Australia

In 2015, Savannah Guthrie returned to Australia while working for Today, describing it as a lifelong dream.

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: Hoda Kotb joins Today as cohost

On November 29, 2017, Hoda Kotb joined Today as cohost after Matt Lauer's sexual assault allegations became public.

2018: Plays in Exhibition Tennis Match

In 2018, Savannah Guthrie played in an exhibition tennis match alongside Jack Sock against Roger Federer and Bill Gates, losing with a final score of 3-6.

2018: Included in Time's 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 the town hall scheduled by 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.