NBC updates Opening Ceremony hosting lineup with Mary Carillo joining Terry Gannon

NBC’s hosting lineup for the Milan Cortina Olympics Opening Ceremony is now confirmed.

NBCUniversal announced Wednesday that Mary Carillo will join Terry Gannon as a host for Friday’s event. Ahmed Fareed, who was scheduled to serve as a daytime host in Milan, will now host “Olympic Late Night” from Feb. 7-9.

The news comes as TODAY co-anchor Savannah Guthrie will stay home with her family instead of co-hosting alongside Gannon, as was previously announced. Guthrie’s mother is missing after investigators believe she was taken from her home against her will over the weekend.

From legendary champions and human rights leaders to history-making Olympians, the Milan Cortina 2026 Opening Ceremony is filled with iconic figures.

TODAY co-anchor Craig Melvin, who was set to host “Olympic Late Night” from Milan, Feb. 7-9, will also remain in the U.S.

“Our hearts go out to Savannah and the entire Guthrie family. They continue to have our full support,” said Molly Solomon, executive producer and president, NBC Olympics Production. “We are fortunate to have a deep bench of talented commentators who will step in and fill these roles.

“Mary is one of the most experienced Olympic commentators ever and a master storyteller. She and Terry will lead the American audience through one of the world’s greatest global moments. With his skill and versatility, Ahmed has proven time and again he can step into any hosting role, and we’re thrilled he’s available to handle our late night coverage before heading to Los Angeles for NBA All-Star Weekend.”

For Carillo, this assignment comes with a personal connection. She is of Italian descent and lived in Milan for two years as a child, NBC Sports said in a press release. Milan Cortina will be her 17th Olympic assignment (14th for NBC), and she’s hosted three Closing Ceremonies (2002, 2008, 2016).

Three-time Olympic gold medalist Shaun White will also join Carillo and Gannon at the Opening Ceremony, as previously announced. He’ll be in the booth during the Parade of Athletes.

From ketchup on pasta to espresso pronunciation, Team USA athletes hand out red, white and green flags while discussing Italian culture ahead of the Milan Cortina Olympics.