This morning, fans of the “Today” Show were in for a surprise when they tuned in and noticed that co-host Savannah Guthrie was missing. Although co-host Hoda Kotb briefly mentioned that Guthrie wasn’t there, it was Craig Melvin who stepped in to take her place. But where exactly was Savannah Guthrie?
It turns out, Guthrie was out on a book tour, promoting her latest work, “Mostly What God Does: Reflections on Seeking and Finding His Love Everywhere.” Her tour kicked off with a bang, especially at her recent stop in Texas.
At this event, none other than former President George W. Bush and former First Lady Laura Bush showed up to show their support.
Despite the excitement around her book, some fans were unhappy with Guthrie’s absence, particularly because it came right after a controversial interview she did before hitting the road. In this interview, Guthrie sat down with singer and actress Kelly Rowland to discuss Rowland’s upcoming Netflix film “Mea Culpa.”
But instead of focusing just on the movie, Guthrie brought up Rowland’s close friend, Beyoncé, which didn’t sit well with many viewers.
Fans were quick to voice their opinions on social media, feeling that it was unfair to ask Rowland about Beyoncé when the spotlight should have been on Rowland’s own career. One fan even said, “It’s very disrespectful to ask Kelly about Beyoncé every time she’s on the show. Let her shine!”
This interview has sparked a lot of conversation about how interviewers should respect their guests’ personal boundaries and focus on what’s relevant to them. While it’s not entirely clear why Guthrie was absent from the show, it’s obvious that the interview has left a mark on the show’s loyal audience.
As viewers eagerly await Guthrie’s return, everyone is wondering how the “Today” Show will handle the situation and move forward from the controversy.
If you want to see the interview and form your own opinion, check out the video below!
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