Savannah Guthrie's Heartbreaking Interview on Mother's Kidnapping
Today show host Savannah Guthrie broke down in tears during her first sit-down interview since her 84-year-old mother was kidnapped from her Arizona home nearly two months ago. In a preview of the emotional conversation with her former co-anchor Hoda Kotb, Guthrie described the unbearable agony her family is enduring.
'We Are in Agony'
A tearful Guthrie pleaded, "Someone needs to do the right thing. We are in agony. It is unbearable. And to think of what she went through." She revealed the profound impact the abduction has had on her daily life, stating, "I wake up every night in the middle of the night, every night. And in the darkness, I imagine her terror. And it is unthinkable, but those thoughts demand to be thought. And I will not hide my face. But she needs to come home now."
Timeline of Events
Savannah Guthrie last appeared on the Today show on January 30, just two days before her mother was reported missing to the police. The kidnapping occurred from her mother's Arizona residence, sparking a widespread investigation that has left the family in a state of constant distress. The full interview, which delves deeper into the family's coping mechanisms and the ongoing search efforts, is set to air in two parts on Thursday and Friday on the Today show.
Family's Ongoing Struggle
The interview highlights the emotional toll on Guthrie and her relatives as they navigate this traumatic experience. With no resolution in sight, the family continues to appeal for information and a safe return, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. Guthrie's candid discussion sheds light on the personal side of such a public tragedy, resonating with viewers who have followed the story since it broke.
