Who's Taking Over for Savannah Guthrie on Today?

Craig Melvin to Host Today While Guthrie Recovers From Eye Surgery

Savannah Guthrie is expected to miss several hours of the Today Show after having cataract surgery.

Savannah Guthrie will be absent from the Today show for an undisclosed amount of time following cataract surgery this week. The news was announced by her co-host Hoda Kotb on Monday's broadcast.

Kotb said Guthrie had been experiencing blurry vision for some time and that the surgery was necessary to correct the issue. She added that Guthrie was doing well after the procedure and was expected to make a full recovery.

In Guthrie's absence, Craig Melvin will step in as the show's lead anchor. Melvin has been a regular contributor to Today for several years and has co-hosted the show on numerous occasions. He is also the host of MSNBC's "Craig Melvin Reports."

Guthrie's surgery comes at a busy time for the Today show. The show is currently in the midst of a major ratings battle with its rival, Good Morning America. Guthrie's absence could give GMA an opportunity to gain ground in the ratings.

However, Today show producers are confident that Melvin will be able to fill Guthrie's shoes while she is away. Melvin is a popular and well-respected journalist who is known for his professionalism and charisma.

Guthrie is expected to return to the Today show after she has fully recovered from her surgery. No timetable has been set for her return, but she is expected to be back on the air within a few weeks.