On July 1, 2025, Savannah Guthrie, the co-anchor of NBC's "Today" show, opened up about the painful end of her first marriage during a candid conversation on Monica Lewinsky's podcast, Reclaiming. At 53 years old, Guthrie reflected on the heartbreak she endured following her divorce from former BBC journalist Mark Orchard, describing the experience as "horrible and sad and it broke my heart," and revealing that it took her "years to recover." The couple, who met while covering the Michael Jackson trial, were married from 2005 to 2009 and did not have children together.
Despite the depth of her pain, Guthrie chose to keep the "gory details" of her divorce private, even omitting them from her 2024 book, Mostly What God Does: Reflections on Seeking and Finding His Love Everywhere. She explained to Lewinsky that while she wanted readers to understand she had "experienced adversity," she did not want to delve into "the depths of that," as some of it was "too personal and too embarrassing." Guthrie likened her decision to setting boundaries, saying, "I'm down here, my feet are burning on the pavement. I just don't want to tell you why the pavement was so hot, or how many blisters I had on my feet. I don't want to give you the gory details." Her publishers respected her choice, offering no pushback on her decision to withhold those intimate details.
Monica Lewinsky, 51, praised Guthrie's stance on maintaining privacy, stating, "It was such a revelation and, I think, also so important as a woman, you know, that there's this sense of ... this idea of public-private, that you're allowed to have a boundary." This sentiment resonated deeply as Guthrie navigated the complexities of sharing her story without sacrificing her personal dignity.
Guthrie's journey to healing and happiness continued when she met Michael Feldman, a 56-year-old political and communications consultant. The couple began dating in 2009, shortly after Guthrie's separation and divorce, and dated for five and a half years before marrying in 2014 in Guthrie's hometown of Tucson, Arizona. Their relationship was marked by candid conversations about their differing faiths, a topic Guthrie described as important to her, saying, "All I know is that I'm trying to have integrity in my faith with my children and in my family, and Mike is there with me allowing me to do that."
Together, Guthrie and Feldman have two children: daughter Vale, born when Guthrie was 42, and son Charley, born two years later. The family has been seen publicly at events such as the 2024 book presentation for Mostly What God Does and the Project Healthy Minds World Mental Health Day Gala in 2024. Guthrie has often shared glimpses of her family life on social media, including a heartfelt tribute to Feldman on their 10-year wedding anniversary in May 2024, where she wrote, "I love you now and forever @feldmike." Feldman has even been praised by Guthrie for his practical skills, with her once remarking, "Mike is extremely handy, which is one of the things I liked about him when I first met him. I thought, 'Wow, here's a sophisticated guy who grew up in the city but who can actually do things.'"
Reflecting on her earlier years, Guthrie admitted in a February 2025 interview with US Weekly that her divorce at age 36 was a devastating blow. "That was a huge disappointment. I was pretty sure that I had lost my opportunity and more or less ruined my life," she confessed. Her longing for love and family was clear: "All I ever really wanted was to fall in love, be a mom and have a family. I don't know if it's acceptable to admit these days, but that's kind of how I was. I wanted to do something important and meaningful, but I really wanted a family."
Her story is one of resilience and faith, themes she explores deeply in her book. Speaking to USA TODAY in 2024, Guthrie described Mostly What God Does as a "really vulnerable and personal" work, saying, "It's that way because in so many ways, this is the book that I need to read. ... I need to be reminded, like we all do, that God loves us and is on our side and has an eternal promise to be present to us."
Despite the heartbreak of her first marriage, Guthrie's narrative is ultimately one of hope and renewal. Her marriage to Feldman, their shared family, and her commitment to faith and integrity paint a picture of a woman who has weathered life's storms and emerged stronger. As she continues to balance her high-profile career with her personal life, Guthrie's openness about her struggles and boundaries offers a nuanced perspective on vulnerability and strength in the public eye.
From her early days covering high-profile trials to her current role as a beloved television anchor and author, Savannah Guthrie's journey is a testament to perseverance and the power of setting personal limits. Her story reminds us all that some chapters are meant to be shared fully, while others are best kept close to the heart.
