India, July 17 -- Just three months after returning to NBC's TODAY following a family leave prompted by her mother, Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, Savannah Guthrie is stepping away from the morning show once again. The announcement quickly sparked questions among viewers about whether her latest absence is connected to her family situation.

However, the 54-year-old journalist has now clarified that this time, her break is for a very different reason. She is travelling to Manchester, England, to film the first season of NBC's upcoming Wordle game show, which she will host and which is executive produced by Jimmy Fallon.

Why is Savannah Guthrie Leaving TODAY Again?

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