NBC confirms Savannah Guthrie will not attend Winter Olympics as search for her mother intensifies

NBC has confirmed reports that "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie will not be attending the Winter Olympics in Italy as the search for her mother intensifies.

"Savannah will not be joining us at the Olympics as she focuses on being with her family during this difficult time," a spokesperson for NBC Sports told Fox News Digital.

"Our hearts are with her and the entire Guthrie family as the search continues for their mother. We will share additional information about our Opening Ceremony coverage plans soon," the spokesperson added.