Today show co-host Savannah Guthrie made an emotional plea Wednesday night for her mother Nancy’s return, telling anybody who is holding the 84-year-old that her family is “ready to talk.”
In a video alongside her siblings, Savannah said her family had heard about the reports of a ransom letter and wanted to open a line of communication.
“However, we live in a world where voices and images are easily manipulated. We need to know, without a doubt, that she is alive and that you have her,” Savannah said in the video posted to Instagram.
News outlets TMZ and KGUN 9 reported that they have received ransom notes for Nancy that demanded millions of dollars in Bitcoin for her safe return. Police have not confirmed the authenticity of these reported notes.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has said Nancy was abducted from her Arizona home, where she was last seen Saturday night.
Nanos said Tuesday his office is “aware” of reports about “possible ransom note(s),” and that investigators are “taking all tips and leads very seriously.”
President Donald Trump said Wednesday night he spoke with Savannah and is “deploying all resources to get her mother home safely.”
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Key Points
- Savannah Guthrie demands anyone holding her mother provide proof of life
- Trump says he's deploying 'all resources' in search of Nancy
- Police admit they ‘don’t know’ where Savannah Guthrie’s mom is
- Timeline of Nancy Guthrie disappearance
- No suspect or person of interest identified yet, sheriff says
What we know about Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
04:48 , Katie Hawkinson- Today show star Savannah Guthrie’s mom, Nancy Guthrie, was last seen at her Arizona home Saturday night.
- The 84-year-old is “limited in mobility” but of “great sound mind,” according to local authorities.
- Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said Monday that he believes Nancy was abducted.
- Savannah has been absent from her show and will not be joining NBC Sports for its coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony as her family grapples with Nancy’s disappearance.
- Police have received “hundreds of leads” related to Nancy’s case, Nanos said Tuesday.
- A ransom note was sent to multiple news outlets offering Nancy’s release in exchange for millions in Bitcoin.
- Local authorities have confirmed it is investigating the notes, but have not confirmed their authenticity
- Savannah and her siblings shared a video online Wednesday night saying they are “ready to talk” to anybody who is holding their mom, but they need proof of life first.
- President Donald Trump said Wednesday night he spoke with Savannah and is “deploying all resources to get her mother home safely.”
Ex-FBI official said 'vast majority' of victims in elderly kidnappings know the offender
07:00 , Rachel DobkinCandice DeLong, a former FBI criminal profiler, has said that the “vast majority” of victims in elderly kidnappings know the offender.
Nancy Guthrie, 84, vanished from her Arizona home Saturday night. Police believe she was taken in her sleep.
“There is one thing I’d like to add about kindnapping of elderly people, especially people over 80. In the vast majority of cases, the offender is known to the victim, “ DeLong told CNN’s Jake Tapper Wednesday.
Watch: 911 audio reveals fears over Nancy Guthrie's health issues after she was reported missing
06:30 , Rachel DobkinVideo shows trail of blood and missing doorbell camera outside Nancy Guthrie’s house
06:00 , Andrea CavallierNew video has revealed what appears to be a trail of blood leading from the front door of Nancy Guthrie’s Arizona home and a missing doorbell camera in the wake of the 84-year-old’s disappearance.
Nancy, mother of Today show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was last seen Saturday night. Authorities believe she was abducted from her home in the Catalina Foothills, outside Tucson, against her will.
NewsNation released video of dried droplets of blood on stone slabs outside her front door, leading away from the house. It was also discovered that a Ring doorbell security camera had been removed from Guthrie’s front door by the time police arrived at her home, they said. The popular home security brand’s cameras are often attached to doorframes and can be used to keep track of people outside people’s houses.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said during a press conference Tuesday that investigators are examining whether the doorbell camera was intentionally removed.
Investigators have gathered DNA samples from the home and those have been submitted for analysis, Nanos said, but he declined to provide additional details.
“I’m not saying there’s blood inside that house or outside that house,” the sheriff said Tuesday.
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Video shows trail of blood and missing doorbell camera outside Nancy Guthrie’s house
Savannah Guthrie's co-host reacts to emotional video about mom's disappearance
05:30 , Rachel DobkinSavannah Guthrie's co-host, Jenna Bush Hager, has reacted to an emotional video that theToday show star posted about her mom Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.
“Please God, bring her home. Our heavy hearts are with these strong people, we adore,” Jenna wrote in an Instagram story Wednesday night, sharing Savannah’s new video.
In the video, Savannah said her family was “ready to talk” with anyone holding Nancy, who disappeared from her Arizona home Saturday night, but that they needed proof of life.
Khloe Kardashian sends love to Savannah Guthrie amid mom's disappearance
05:00 , Rachel DobkinKhloe Kardashian has sent her love to Savannah Guthrie as her mom, Nancy Guthrie, remains missing.
Savannah posted an emotional video to Instagram Wednesday night, thanking everyone for their prayers and telling anyone holding Nancy that her family is “ready to talk.”
Nancy was abducted from her Arizona home days ago, police say.
“I am praying praying praying! I am so so sorry for you are all going through! This is unimaginable. Bring her home!!!,” Khloe commented on Savannah’s post, adding, “I have faith.”
Press briefing on Nancy Guthrie set for tomorrow
04:20 , Rachel DobkinThe Pima County Sheriff’s Department has announced a press briefing about Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance will take place Thursday at 11 a.m. local time.
Arizona community holds vigil for Nancy Guthrie
04:00 , Rachel DobkinAn Arizona community hosted a candlelight vigil for Nancy Guthrie to pray for her safe return.
The 84-year-old vanished from her home in the Catalina Foothills, just outside of Tucson, Saturday night. Police believe she was abducted as she slept.
The vigil was held at Saint Philip’s in the Hills Episcopal Church in Tucson on Wednesday.
FBI Director Kash Patel heading to Tucson amid search for Nancy Guthrie: report
03:41 , Rachel DobkinFBI Director Kash Patel is heading to Tucson, Arizona, as the search forToday show star Savannah Guthrie’s mom, Nancy, continues, a source from the federal agency told Axios.
The Independent has reached out to the FBI to confirm the reporting.
Nancy vanished from her home in the Catalina Foothills, just outside of Tucson, Saturday night. Police believe she was abducted as she slept.
Trump said Wednesday night that he had talked to Savannah and “let her know that I am directing ALL Federal Law Enforcement to be at the family’s, and Local Law Enforcement’s, complete disposal, IMMEDIATELY.”
Savannah Guthrie's new post gets flooded with heartwarming comments
03:21 , Rachel DobkinSavannah Guthrie's new Instagram post about her missing mom Nancy was flooded with heartwarming comments.
The Today show star and her siblings shared a video in which they tried to open a line of communication with anybody who is holding Nancy. The 84-year-old was abducted from her Arizona home days ago, police say.
“We are ready to talk. However, we live in a world where voices and images are easily manipulated. We need to know, without a doubt, that she is alive and that you have her,” Savannah said.
Deborah Roberts, an ABC News anchor and wife of the Today show’s Al Roker, commented on Savannah’s post: “Love you. And your family.”
ABC News’ David Muir wrote, “We’re with you, Savannah — and your siblings - Please bring Nancy home.”
Watch: Savannah Guthrie demands anyone holding her mother provide proof of life in heartbreaking new family video
03:00 , Rachel DobkinPolice confirm 'follow-up' probe at Nancy Guthrie's home
02:40 , Rachel DobkinThe Pima County Sheriff’s Department confirmed Wednesday night that “detectives are conducting follow-up” at Nancy Guthrie’s home.
Nancy vanished from her home in the Catalina Foothills, just outside of Tucson, Arizona, Saturday night. Local authorities believe she was abducted as she slept.
Detectives are conducting follow-up at the Guthrie home & in the neighborhood - parking is extremely limited.
— Pima County Sheriff's Department (@PimaSheriff) February 5, 2026
If traffic continues to be affected due to media, the roadway may be need to be restricted & you will no longer have a good vantage point.
See new media staging map > pic.twitter.com/hZFpofRGMD
A new video of her home, released by NewsNation, appeared to show a trail of blood leading from the front door and a missing doorbell camera.
“I’m not saying there’s blood inside that house or outside that house,” Sheriff Chris Nanos said Tuesday.
Trump says he's deploying all federal resources in search of Savannah Guthrie's mom: 'God bless and protect Nancy'
02:19 , Rachel DobkinPresident Donald Trump said Wednesday night that he's deploying all federal resources in search of Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy.
“I spoke with Savannah Guthrie, and let her know that I am directing ALL Federal Law Enforcement to be at the family’s, and Local Law Enforcement’s, complete disposal, IMMEDIATELY,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “We are deploying all resources to get her mother home safely. The prayers of our Nation are with her and her family. GOD BLESS AND PROTECT NANCY!”
Investigators at Nancy Guthrie's home for 2 hours: report
02:00 , Rachel DobkinInvestigators were at Nancy Guthrie’s Arizona home for two hours Wednesday, NewsNation’s Brian Entin reported.
Investigators are now leaving Nancy Guthrie's house and taking crime scene tape down.
— Brian Entin (@BrianEntin) February 5, 2026
They were here for about 2 hours.
The 84-year-old was taken from her house in the Catalina Foothills days ago, according to police. The search for her continues.
Entin said investigators had gone inside Nancy’s garage while they were at her home. It’s unclear what they were doing in there.
BREAKING: Savannah Guthrie demands anyone holding her mother provide proof of life in heartbreaking new family video
01:37 , Rachel DobkinSavannah Guthrie and her siblings have demanded that anyone holding her mother, Nancy Guthrie, provide proof of life in a heartbreaking new video.
“We, too, have heard reports about a ransom letter in the media. As a family, we are doing everything that we can. We are ready to talk,” Savannah said in the video posted to Instagram Wednesday night. “However, we live in a world where voices and images are easily manipulated. We need to know, without a doubt, that she is alive and that you have her.”
Nancy vanished from her Arizona home Saturday night. Local authorities believe she was abducted in her sleep.
Savannah Guthrie demands anyone holding her mother provide proof of life
Nancy Guthrie disappearance not a 'kiddie crime,' ex-FBI official says
01:00 , Rachel DobkinCandice DeLong, a former FBI criminal profiler, told CNN’s Jake Tapper Wednesday that Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance is not a “kiddie crime.”
“This looks to me like it was committed by people that have experience committing other crimes. This is not what we call a kiddie crime,” DeLong said.
Nancy vanished from her Arizona home Saturday night. Police believe she was abducted while she slept.
DeLong said it doesn’t appear to be a kidnapping by a couple of teenagers looking to get some money.
“If that were the case, I think, something would’ve happened by now,” she told Tapper.
CNN analyst reacts to police update in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
00:40 , Rachel DobkinA CNN analyst has reacted to an update in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, in which police said they have “not identified a suspect or person of interest.”
John Miller, CNN chief law enforcement and intelligence analyst, told TV host Jake Tapper Wednesday that authorities usually only identify a suspect in a case “if there is a compelling reason to or because they need the public’s assistance in locating that person.”
“You’re not a suspect until you’re named as a suspect, which is usually right before you’re charged — I don’t think they’re there yet,” Miller added.
Watch: Sheriff reveals ‘crime scene’ after Savannah Guthrie’s ‘sharp as a tack’ mother Nancy goes missing
00:20 , Rachel DobkinTimeline of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
00:00 , Rachel DobkinHere is a timeline of Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, according to CNN:
- Nancy was last seen at 9:30 p.m. or 9:45 p.m. on Saturday
- Her Pacemaker last sent a signal to her iPhone at 2 a.m. Sunday
- Nancy did not show up at church Sunday morning
- A family member visits Nancy’s home at 11 a.m. on Sunday
- Police confirmed they have a crime scene on their hands on Monday
Police put crime scene tape back up at Nancy Guthrie's home: report
Wednesday 4 February 2026 23:45 , Rachel DobkinNewsNation’s Brian Entin reported Wednesday evening that investigators are putting crime scene tape back up at Nancy Guthrie’s home.
“About a dozen sheriff’s deputies and FBI, I think FBI, showed up here,” Entin said in a video posted to X.
There were also K9s and search teams on the Arizona property, according to Entin. Nancy vanished from her home in the Catalina Foothills on Saturday night.
“We don’t really know what’s going on because it’s been quiet here for the last couple of days, but now, clearly, they are about to do something at the house,” Entin said.
All about Nancy Guthrie's isolated home
Wednesday 4 February 2026 23:20 , Rachel DobkinNancy Guthrie vanished from her home in the Catalina Foothills, just outside of Tucson, Arizona, Saturday night.
Her spacious brick house is separated from neighbors, with desert vegetation partially blocking the street view, the Associated Press reports.
The AP said her neighborhood appears to have little street lighting at night.
Nancy was taken from her while she slept, according to local authorities.
Recap: What has Trump said about Nancy Guthrie's disappearance?
Wednesday 4 February 2026 22:55 , Katie HawkinsonPresident Donald Trump called Savannah Guthrie on Wednesday to offer words of support as the search continues for her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie.
“After President Trump's interview with NBC News, he called Savannah Guthrie, offering words of support for her and her family during the search for her mother,” the White House said in a statement posted Wednesday.
The president told Savannah he knows she is close with her mother, and assured her that federal resources are available as needed, according to NBC News. The Today show co-host thanked Trump for the call and expressed her gratitude for the local and federal officials who are working on the case, the outlet reports.
Trump called the case “terrible” as he spoke to reporters in the Oval Office on Tuesday. Earlier that day, the White House shared a plea for information on Nancy’s whereabouts.
“The search for Savannah Guthrie’s mother, Nancy Guthrie, is ongoing, and authorities are requesting assistance from the public. Anyone with information is urged to contact 911. Our prayers are with the Guthrie family as we hope for Nancy’s safe return home,” the White House said in a statement.
'Time is not on our side,' sheriff says
Wednesday 4 February 2026 22:33 , Katie HawkinsonPima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told The New York Times that “time is not on our side” as he spoke about the search for Nancy Guthrie.
This comes after he warned of potentially “fatal” consequences if Nancy doesn’t have access to her daily medication.
The search has been ongoing for four days. Police have yet to identify a suspect or person of interest, Nanos said Wednesday.
Watch: Sheriff says there are ‘hundreds of leads’ in search for Savannah Guthrie’s missing mom Nancy
Wednesday 4 February 2026 22:07 , Katie HawkinsonVideo shows trail of blood and missing doorbell camera outside Nancy Guthrie’s house
Wednesday 4 February 2026 21:46 , Andrea CavallierNew video has revealed a trail of blood leading from the front door of Nancy Guthrie’s Arizona home and a missing doorbell camera in the wake of the 84-year-old’s disappearance.
Nancy, mother of Today show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was last seen Saturday night. Authorities believe she was abducted from her home in the Catalina Foothills, outside Tucson, against her will.
NewsNation released video of dried droplets of blood on stone slabs outside her front door, leading away from the house. It was also discovered that a Ring doorbell security camera had been removed from Guthrie’s front door by the time police arrived at her home, they said. The popular home security brand’s cameras often attached to doorframes and can be used to keep track of people outside of people’s houses.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said during a press conference Tuesday that investigators are examining whether the doorbell camera was intentionally removed.
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Video shows trail of blood and missing doorbell camera outside Nancy Guthrie’s house
Who will replace Savannah Guthrie at the Winter Olympics?
Wednesday 4 February 2026 21:28 , Katie HawkinsonSavannah Guthrie will no longer host NBC’s coverage of the Winter Olympics opening ceremony later this week, as the search continues for her missing mother, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie.
Here’s what we know about her decision, and who will replace her:
Veteran Olympics broadcaster to replace Savannah Guthrie as co-host
New details about Trump's call with Savannah Guthrie revealed
Wednesday 4 February 2026 21:07 , Katie HawkinsonNBC News has reported additional details on President Donald Trump’s phone call with Today show co-host Savannah Guthrie.
Trump called her Wednesday to express words of support as the search continues for her missing mother, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, the White House said.
The president said he knew Savannah is close with her mother and assured her that federal resources are available as needed, according to NBC News.
The Today show co-host reportedly thanked Trump for the call and expressed her gratitude for the local and federal officials who are working on the case.
Officials have said the FBI is assisting the Pima County Sheriff’s Office with the search, which is now in its fourth day.
White House confirms Trump's call with Savannah Guthrie
Wednesday 4 February 2026 20:50 , Katie HawkinsonThe White House confirmed President Donald Trump called Savannah Guthrie today to offer words of support as her family searches for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie.
“After President Trump's interview with NBC News, he called Savannah Guthrie, offering words of support for her and her family during the search for her mother,” the White House said in a statement posted Wednesday to X.
NBC News anchor Tom Llamas initially reported on the call earlier Wednesday.
Tucson church will hold candlelight service for Nancy Guthrie
Wednesday 4 February 2026 20:30 , Katie HawkinsonA Tucson church is planning a candlelight service for Nancy Guthrie as investigators continue their search, the Arizona Daily Star reports.
The service is scheduled for Wednesday evening at St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church.
"The Tucson community will gather for a service of invocation and prayer, uniting our voices for the Guthrie family and the safe return of Nancy," church officials said.
How the FBI is assisting the search for Nancy Guthrie
Wednesday 4 February 2026 20:12 , Katie HawkinsonThe search for Nancy Guthrie has now entered its fourth day.
Nancy, 84, was last seen at her Arizona home on Saturday night. She was reported missing the next morning.
Investigators have received “hundreds of leads” related to her case, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said Tuesday. But police have yet to identify any suspects or persons of interest as of Wednesday.
FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge Jon Edwards said Tuesday his agency is analyzing data related to Nancy’s disappearance.
“We’re downloading and analyzing cell phones, obtaining cell tower information, conducting interviews and providing any and all investigative support that the sheriff's department needs,” Edwards told reporters.
The FBI is also helping sort through leads, Nanos said.
“We have a team designated to deal with all of our leads. They're looking into all of that. We are sharing all of our leads with the FBI. They are helping us in evaluating those leads, how good they are, where their priority should be,” he told reporters.
Watch: Nancy Guthrie’s ailing health flagged by police in 911 dispatch call
Wednesday 4 February 2026 19:48 , Katie HawkinsonNancy Guthrie’s health issues were flagged to police when she was reported missing this weekend, according to 911 dispatch audio first obtained by Fox News Digital.
“Nancy has high blood pressure, a pacemaker and cardiac issues,” the dispatcher said.
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Trump has called Savannah Guthrie: report
Wednesday 4 February 2026 19:26 , Katie HawkinsonPresident Donald Trump has called Savannah Guthrie to offer words of support as her family searches for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, according to NBC News anchor Tom Llamas.
Llamas, who spoke to Trump in the Oval Office today, said the president made the phone call off-camera after their interview.
Trump called the case “terrible” while speaking to reporters Tuesday in the Oval Office.
Next press conference scheduled for Thursday morning
Wednesday 4 February 2026 19:15 , Katie HawkinsonThe Pima County Sheriff’s Department is set to hold another press conference Thursday morning to update the public on the search for Nancy Guthrie.
The upcoming press conference is expected to begin at 11 a.m. MT (1 p.m. ET), the sheriff’s department announced today.
NBC announces host replacing Savannah Guthrie at Winter Olympics opening ceremony
Wednesday 4 February 2026 19:07 , Katie HawkinsonNBC has announced who will replace Savannah Guthrie at the upcoming Winter Olympics opening ceremony.
An NBC spokesperson said she pulled out of hosting the event to remain with her family amid the ongoing search for her mom, Nancy Guthrie.
Now, NBC Sports has announced correspondent Mary Carillo will join Terry Gannon to host the opening ceremony later this week.
“Savannah Guthrie, who had been scheduled to host the Opening Ceremony with Gannon, will no longer travel to Milan as she focuses on being with her family during this difficult time. Craig Melvin, who was scheduled to host Olympic Late Night from Milan, Feb. 7-9, will also remain stateside,” the network said.
