Savannah Guthrie Offers $1 Million Reward in Finding Mother Nancy: ‘We Also Know That She May Already Be Gone’
Rolling Stone
by Cheyenne RoundtreeFebruary 24, 2026
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Savannah Guthrie has dramatically increased the reward for information leading to her mother Nancy's safe return from $100,000 to $1 million following her disappearance in Tucson, Arizona. Nancy, 84, was last seen on January 31 and is believed to have been kidnapped by a masked assailant captured in FBI photos. Despite the emotional toll, Guthrie expressed hope for a miracle, urging anyone with information to come forward to bring closure to their family.
The FBI has received over 13,000 tips but no confirmed leads, leaving Nancy's whereabouts unknown. Ransom letters demanding Bitcoin have been reported, though no proof of life has been provided. Guthrie's emotional video plea highlighted the family's desperation for answers, acknowledging the possibility that Nancy may have already passed away. She emphasized the need to grieve as a family, whether Nancy is found or her passing is confirmed.
In addition to the reward, the Guthrie family donated $500,000 to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, recognizing the broader struggle of families dealing with such uncertainty. Savannah urged anyone with information to contact law enforcement, hoping to honor Nancy's life through resolution or remembrance. This story resonates culturally as it highlights the resilience of hope in the face of tragedy and the collective effort to support missing persons cases.
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Originally published on Rolling Stone on 2/24/2026