Savannah Guthrie has dropped a subtle hint that her time on the “Today” show might be coming to an end, coinciding with Hoda Kotb’s recent announcement of her departure from the morning program. Speaking at the Project Healthy Minds’ 2nd Annual World Mental Health Day Gala in New York City, Guthrie reflected on Kotb’s exit, noting the deep friendship they share and highlighting their similar life stages. “We’re dear friends and we have a lot of similarities,” she explained to Us Weekly.
The 52-year-old anchor, who joined NBC in 2007 and became a staple on the “Today” show in 2012, expressed mixed emotions about Kotb’s departure. She shared, “It’s complicated because I’m so happy for her, but as her partner in the morning, I’ll miss her. I’ll really, really miss her. We all will; she’s irreplaceable.”
Recent chatter has suggested that Guthrie may be contemplating her own exit in 2025, well before Kotb’s announcement altered the landscape for her future. According to an insider, “nobody at NBC wants Savannah to leave.” The source indicated that if the network had a say, Guthrie would remain a cornerstone of the “Today” show indefinitely. Guthrie’s potential departure seems uncertain now that her co-anchor’s exit has raised questions about the show’s dynamic moving forward.
In her comments, Guthrie emphasized her deep care for Kotb and underscored the supportive bond between them. She expressed pride in Kotb’s courage to pursue new paths, stating, “It’s a big vote of confidence in herself and her future.” Despite the bittersweet feelings surrounding Kotb’s exit, Guthrie acknowledged the relief that comes with knowing Kotb will stay within the NBC family. “We’re family, and she’s not going too far. We’ll get to see her,” she reassured fans.
Kotb has indicated that she plans to spend more time with her daughters, Haley and Hope, which was a key factor in her decision to leave the morning show. “It’s heartbreaking for everyone, but Hoda wants to be able to walk her kids to school,” sources revealed.
As the “Today” show prepares for this new chapter, all eyes are on both Guthrie and Kotb, whose next steps will undoubtedly shape the future of morning television.
