Savannah Guthrie Assumes Today Anchor Role Amid Controversy

Savannah Guthrie reflected on her promotion to co-anchor of the Today show, which came amidst significant controversy following Ann Curry's departure. In an interview, Guthrie expressed that she was terrified and felt out of the loop regarding her promotion, fearing she would not last in the high-profile role. She recalled being emotional when offered the job, as she believed her tenure would be short-lived, despite her accomplishments prior to the promotion. Guthrie, who joined Today in 2011, took over from Curry in 2012 amid a ratings-driven decision by NBC. Despite her initial fears, Guthrie has thrived in her position and is grateful for her journey on the show. Her co-anchor Craig Melvin noted that she has not only survived but thrived in her role.