This morning, fans of the popular “Today” Show were in for a surprise when co-host Savannah Guthrie was absent from the show. But why was Guthrie not on air? It turns out she was on a book tour for her latest work, “Mostly What God Does: Reflections on Seeking and Finding His Love Everywhere.” Quite an exciting start to a book tour!
Guthrie’s absence was briefly explained by co-host, Hoda Kotb. Craig Melvin stepped in and filled Guthrie’s shoes for the day. However, some fans of the show weren’t too thrilled about Guthrie’s book tour taking precedence over her hosting duties. Their dissatisfaction stemmed from an interview that aired prior to her tour.
During this interview, Guthrie asked singer and actress Kelly Rowland about her upcoming Netflix film, “Mea Cupla.” While it’s common for hosts to discuss an artist’s connections and relationships, this time it felt different. Guthrie brought up Rowland’s close friend, Beyoncé, and it seemed like she was prying into Rowland’s personal life instead of focusing on her career and the film she was promoting.
The fans felt that it was disrespectful to shift the attention to Beyoncé during an interview about Rowland’s work. One fan even expressed their frustration on social media, stating, “Very disrespectful to ask…[Rowland] about Beyoncé every freaking time she comes on your show.”
Whether Guthrie’s questions were truly disrespectful or not is still up for debate. However, it is evident that many fans of the “Today” Show were not happy with how the interview was conducted. This incident has sparked discussions about interview etiquette and the importance of respecting the boundaries of the interviewee.
Although Guthrie’s absence from the show may not be directly related to the interview backlash, it’s clear that her actions have had an impact on the show’s dedicated viewers. As fans eagerly await her return, they wonder how the “Today” Show will address the controversy and move forward.
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