Savannah Guthrie Could Return to the ‘Today’ Show Soon; Expert Says Co-Hosts Face an ‘Extraordinary Responsibility’

Savannah Guthrie could make her much-anticipated return to the Today show next month. She took time off from the show following the disappearance of her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie.

Reports suggest that the beloved 54-year-old has mentally prepared herself to appear in front of the camera. A source close to her has come forward to share why this moment is so crucial for her.

According to a report by The Mirror, sources close to Savannah have suggested that she could return to host the Today show in April 2026. Michael Levine, a media expert, has mentioned that Savannah’s return after several weeks might lead to an extremely delicate situation.

Levine claimed that the people of the country would warmly greet her with “love and passionate support.” He added that the country will root for her “not out of curiosity, but out of compassion.” Levine stated that Savannah is not just another broadcaster, but rather a familiar, trusted face in countless American homes.

“When someone so visible carries private pain into public life, the audience instinctively leans in with empathy,” Levine said. The media expert then highlighted the “extraordinary opportunity” and responsibilities that fell on the shoulders of her colleagues, and said that they do not have to do any grand gestures, but support her with their constant presence.

Levine opined that TV reflects humanity at its best, and added that Savannah’s co-hosts must manage to practise solidarity without exploiting her vulnerability. He suggested that they should not only lead with kindness, but also support her. If they manage to do so, it would elevate the entire broadcast, he said.

“Viewers are far more perceptive than we sometimes give them credit for. They know the difference between sincerity and showmanship,” Levine noted, suggesting that the sensitive situation must be “handled with care” as Savannah’s return will be about “resilience, dignity and the enduring power of human connection.”

According to a PageSix report, a source has confirmed that the 54-year-old will return to the show on April 10, 2026. The source further mentioned that before returning to work, she wants to spend as much time as possible with her family.

The insider mentioned that as of now, there’s no official announcement about her return, and Hoda Kotb will continue to fill in her place.

Earlier this month, Savannah visited her co-workers at Studio 1A and thanked them for caring about her mother. She said, “I wanted you to know that I’m still standing, and I still have hope, and I’m still me.”

She stated that she intends to come back to work soon, but does not have the capacity to return as the investigation fails to find the whereabouts of her mother.