It's not every day you get to see Savannah Guthrie step away from the 'Today' show mid-broadcast. But when she does, there's usually a fantastic reason behind it. Recently, Savannah left the news desk in the middle of an episode to attend a special event close to her heart. Let me tell you more about why this particular exit was for a cause worth celebrating.
Savannah's Early Exit Explained
As Hoda Kotb playfully turned to Savannah during the Tuesday, December 9, episode, she quipped, "Somebody has to leave a little early." Savannah, 52, smiled knowingly because this wasn't just any early departure. This was one of her favorite annual assignments—a chance to honor the unsung heroes who care for our veterans. "This is one of your favorite assignments you do every year," Hoda reminded her co-anchor.
With a warm smile, Savannah explained, "We're going to the Dole Foundation Heroes Gala tonight. It celebrates Military Caregivers, the people who care for our veterans and heroes." She then revealed that she'd be teaming up with the legendary Tom Hanks for the event. "Tom Hanks and I are doing our thing again tonight, and we'll see you tomorrow morning on 'Today' with all of it," she said, assuring fans they wouldn't miss out on the highlights.
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Craig Melvin, sitting alongside Savannah and Hoda, added his support with a cheerful "Safe travels down there," showing the camaraderie among the 'Today' team.
What is the Dole Foundation Heroes Gala?
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation's Heroes Gala is no ordinary event. According to their official website, the Hidden Heroes Campaign is their flagship public awareness initiative. It shines a light on the incredible stories of military and veteran caregivers while addressing the challenges they face. These caregivers often work tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring our veterans receive the care and support they deserve.
This year's gala, co-hosted by Savannah and Tom Hanks, took place on Tuesday night at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. The evening was filled with heartfelt tributes to America's military and veteran caregivers. One of the highlights was the presentation of the Tom Hanks Caregiver Champion Award, which was posthumously awarded to the iconic Bob Hope. His daughter, Linda Hope, accepted the honor on his behalf, celebrating his legacy of entertaining troops around the world.
Leaving mid-broadcast isn't unusual for 'Today' anchors. Back on April 26, Savannah left early to kick off her weekend. Hoda explained it to viewers, saying, "Savannah left a little early to get her weekend started." She even shared photos on Instagram enjoying time with her husband, Mike Feldman, and her kids, Vale and Charley.
Savannah's New Children's Book
On a lighter note, Savannah recently announced another exciting project. Her new children's book, Mostly What God Does Is Love You, is set for release on February 25. During a December 2 episode of 'Today,' she shared her excitement with viewers. "You may remember earlier this year I released a book, it was called Mostly What God Does, there were essays about the power of faith in our lives," she recalled. "Well now we're going to have a picture book for the little ones."
She described the book as a vibrant journey through nature's wonders, all tied together with the message of divine love. "It's filled with illustrations that showcase the wonders of nature and how God adores us," Savannah revealed, even sharing an audio clip of her reading the book aloud. "Mostly what God does is love you," she read. "He hangs the stars every evening, and every day summons the dawn, but mostly what God does is love you. He blows the clouds into being, and whispers to the wind, 'Go here, go there.' But mostly what God does is love you."
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