Savannah Guthrie, the beloved host of the "Today" show, has taken to Instagram with a moving video, offering a staggering $1 million reward in the ongoing search for her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie. Nancy mysteriously vanished from her Tucson, Arizona home on February 1, and the family, along with authorities, are desperate for answers as the search enters its fourth week.
In a heartfelt message, Savannah expressed the family's anguish and hopes for a miracle. "It is day 24 since our mom was taken in the dark of night from her bed, and every hour and minute and second and every long night has been agony," she shared. Despite acknowledging the grim possibilities, Savannah remains hopeful for a positive outcome.
"We need her to come home," Savannah pleaded. "We still believe in a miracle."
The Guthrie family is offering a $1 million reward for any information leading to Nancy's recovery. This is in addition to the FBI's $100,000 reward and a $102,500 offer from the anonymous tip line service 88-CRIME. Savannah also announced a donation of $500,000 to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, emphasizing that their family's pain is shared by many.
"Please be the light in the dark," Savannah urged, encouraging those with any information to come forward. She hopes that someone, somewhere holds the key to reuniting her family or, at the very least, providing closure.
Despite the family's efforts and ongoing investigations, no arrests or significant breakthroughs have been made. Authorities are working tirelessly, following leads, and analyzing DNA evidence. The search continues for a masked suspect caught on doorbell camera footage, described as a male with an average build, carrying a distinctive backpack.
Earlier, Savannah had addressed ransom notes received by media outlets, though the FBI has not confirmed their authenticity. The Guthrie family remains hopeful, urging the public to report any suspicious activity. "Law enforcement is working tirelessly, around the clock, trying to bring her home," Savannah reminded her followers, underscoring the urgency of their plea.
As the search for Nancy Guthrie presses on, Savannah and her family continue to hold onto hope, galvanizing support from their community and beyond. The world watches, waiting for the resolution of this heartbreaking mystery.