Let's dive into the buzz surrounding Savannah Guthrie and her recent absence from the 'Today' show. As the anchor chair sat empty on October 20, fans couldn't help but wonder if this was a sign of something bigger. Could Savannah be leaving the iconic morning show? Let's unpack the details together.
Why Was Savannah Guthrie Missing from 'Today'?
Now, here's the scoop. On October 20, fans tuned in to the 'Today' show only to find Craig Melvin filling in for Savannah Guthrie at the anchor desk. The 50-year-old NBC News star wasn't slacking off—she was in Washington, D.C., receiving a prestigious award. Savannah was honored with the 2022 Caregiver Champion award at the Elizabeth Dole Foundation Heroes and History Makers gala. That's right, folks—she was celebrating her dedication to caregiving. To reassure her loyal viewers, Savannah even called in from the gala to chat with her co-hosts about the award. She didn't spill the beans on whether she'd return the next day, leaving her fans wondering if she was planning a long weekend.
This wasn't the first time Savannah has taken a break. Back in late August, she stepped away from the 'Today' show to enjoy a much-needed summer vacation with her family, including her husband, Michael Feldman, and their adorable kids, Vale and Charles. Earlier that same month, she shared a hilarious story about her wild ride to work after oversleeping. In true Savannah style, she rolled into the studio just 15 minutes before airtime, with Craig Melvin, 43, stepping in while Hoda Kotb, 58, was also absent.
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Fast forward to late November, and Savannah was missing again. This time, she took to Instagram to share that she had come down with what seemed like the flu. She posted a picture of her thermometer showing a fever of 101.8, confirming her illness. Her sickness even forced her to skip the annual Christmas tree lighting at Rockefeller Center on November 30. She eventually returned after a brief absence, just in time to celebrate Christmas and her birthday with her family.
Is Savannah Guthrie Planning to Leave 'Today'?
The chatter about Savannah leaving the 'Today' show has been heating up, especially after her recent absences. Some fans speculate that she might be preparing to move on after a decade-long career at the network, where she earns a cool $8 million per year, according to Celebrity Net Worth. However, Savannah hasn't made any official announcements, and there's no indication that she's planning to leave her beloved post.
The rumors gained momentum when whispers of a feud with co-anchor Hoda Kotb surfaced. But don't be fooled by gossip. In an interview with Good Housekeeping in April, Savannah and Hoda opened up about their friendship and how they support each other as working moms. Hoda shared a heartfelt moment about her struggles as a parent, saying, "I come in the next morning thinking, ‘I feel terrible for what I did. What was I thinking? Why did I think that was going to work?’ But then I talk to Savannah. She’ll say, ‘That was my Wednesday.’ It makes you feel less alone."
Savannah chimed in, noting how enjoyable it is to vent with Hoda. "We trade parenting tips or ideas, or sometimes I listen to Hoda FaceTime with her kids," she said. "It's amazing to be in a very high-pressure job but also have someone who understands the other high-pressure job you have and can carry it with you."
