NBC orders Wordle television game show hosted by Savannah Guthrie
NBC has ordered a prime-time game show based on the popular Wordle word game, created by Josh Wardle and owned by The New York Times. The show, hosted by Today show co-host Savannah Guthrie, is set to premiere in 2027 and will feature teams of three players competing for cash prizes. The production involves collaboration between NBC, The New York Times, and Jimmy Fallon's production company.
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Both outlets report the same announcement identically. Savannah Guthrie hosting on NBC in 2027 with teams of three competing for prizes, no editorial split.
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“'Wordle' to become TV game show, with Savannah Guthrie as host”
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