Fans of the “Today” Show were surprised when co-host Savannah Guthrie was noticeably absent this morning. Craig Melvin stepped in for Guthrie on the show, while co-host Hoda Kotb provided a brief explanation for her absence. But where was Guthrie?

Guthrie was on a book tour for her latest release, “Mostly What God Does: Reflections on Seeking and Finding His Love Everywhere.” During a stop in Texas, she received a special show of support from former First Lady Laura Bush and President George W. Bush. It was certainly a memorable way to start her tour.

However, fans of the “Today” show were less enthusiastic about Guthrie’s tour. Their frustration stemmed from an interview that aired on Thursday, just before Guthrie set off. In the interview, Guthrie spoke with actress and singer Kelly Rowland about her new Netflix movie, “Mea Culpa.” But the discussion took a turn when Guthrie brought up Beyoncé, Rowland’s close friend and fellow Destiny’s Child member.

Fans felt that it was inappropriate to shift the focus to Beyoncé during an interview meant to highlight Rowland’s own work. One fan expressed their frustration on social media, saying, “Very disrespectful to ask… [Rowland] about Beyoncé every freaking time she comes on your show.”

Guthrie’s persistent questioning about Beyoncé during the interview sparked even more frustration among fans. Many felt that Guthrie was prying into Rowland’s personal life instead of focusing on her work and the movie she was there to promote.

While it’s debatable whether Guthrie’s questions were inappropriate, it’s clear that many “Today” Show viewers were unhappy with how the interview was conducted. The incident has sparked conversations about proper interview techniques and the importance of respecting an interviewee’s boundaries.

Even though Guthrie’s absence from the show may not be directly related to the backlash from the interview, her actions have clearly impacted the show’s loyal audience. Fans are eagerly anticipating her return, but it’s uncertain how the “Today” Show will address the situation moving forward.

You can watch the full interview in the video below and decide for yourself whether Guthrie’s questions were inappropriate.