Today Show's Host Savannah Guthrie Departs During Hoda Kotb's Absence

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Savannah Guthrie suddenly stepped away from hosting duties on Today, after testing positive for COVID-19 despite being fully vaccinated.

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Hoda Kotb has also been absent from the show, and her ongoing unexplained absence has sparked concern among fans.

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Various personalities under NBC's Today banner have been filling in for Kotb, but the reason for her absence has not been disclosed.

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Kotb's cryptic Instagram posts have fueled speculation among fans about her well-being.

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In May 2022, Guthrie had received a positive result on a COVID-19 test.

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Today's third-hour co-host Craig Melvin and former World News Tonight anchor Tom Llamas have filled in for Guthrie on the main show.

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The fourth hour has seen Willie Geist and Sheinelle Jones host alongside Jenna Bush Hager.

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Kotb has not addressed her absence directly but has been sharing cryptic posts on Instagram.

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Fans have expressed their concern and well wishes for Guthrie and Kotb.

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The show continues with temporary co-hosts filling in for the absent Guthrie and Kotb.

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