Todd Meadows died after going overboard off the coast of Alaska last weekCredit: Facebook/Todd MeadowsHis mother has begged for footage of his death not to be airedCredit: GoFundMe
The 25-year-old fell into the freezing waters of the Bering Sea while filming the long-running Discovery Channel series.
His body was recovered ten minutes later, but attempts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful.
His mother, Angela, told TMZ: “We don’t want to see any footage of the accident and do not want Discovery to air any of that footage or make money off of our son’s death.
“We hope they only air good things of Todd on that boat.”
Instead, Angela said the family has requested footage of Todd crabbing so they can remember him doing what he loved.
The family is still waiting for a definitive answer about how he died, but Angela says she has been assured her son did not suffer in his final moments.
“We don’t want to put the blame on anyone, but someone has to take responsibility. We will have justice for Todd,” she added.
A spokesperson for the US Coast Guard said that on February 25, just after 5pm local time, officials were alerted that Meadows had gone overboard.
The alarm was raised by the fishing vessel Aleutian Lady, which reported he fell into the water about 170 miles north of Dutch Harbour, near Alaska.
Captain Rick Shelford confirmed the devastating loss in a Facebook post, calling February 25 “the most tragic day in the history of the Aleutian Lady on the Bering Sea.”
“We lost our brother, Todd Meadows,” he wrote.
“Todd was the newest member of our crew, he quickly became family. His love for fishing and his strong work ethic earned everyone’s respect right away.
“His smile was contagious, and the sound of his laughter coming up the wheelhouse stairs or over the deck hailer is something we will carry with us always.”
Discovery Channel also released a statement: “We are deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Todd Meadows.
“This is a devastating loss, and our hearts are with his loved ones, his crewmates and the entire fishing community during this incredibly difficult time.
“Our hearts are broken in a way that words can’t fully express.”
Todd is survived by three sons, and a GoFundMe has been started to support them.
The Bering Sea – known for its shallow depth, volatile weather, and freezing temperatures – is widely regarded as one of the most dangerous bodies of water in the world.
The hazards of the job are well-known among those who work the waters.
Captain Sig Hansen has previously described facing “life-threatening situations” at sea.
“We’ve had events where the boat was icing down to the point where I thought there was no return, he told Fox News.
Todd is survived by three young boysCredit: GoFundMe
SAVANNAH Guthrie has said she will agree to pay a ransom to the people who are believed to have kidnapped her 84-year-old mom.
The Today Show host filmed a video pleading with Nancy’s suspected captors to return her safely after alleged ransom notes were uncovered.
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Savannah Guthrie told her mum’s suspected captors ‘we will pay’ in a message alongside her brother and sisterCredit: InstagramNancy Guthrie is believed to have been kidnapped sometime last weekendCredit: NBC UniversalSavannah with her 84-year-old mum on the set of The Today ShowCredit: Getty
Nancy’s three children held hands as Savannah made the announcement alongside sister Annie and brother Camron.
She said in the short video: “We received your message, and we understand.
“We beg you now to return our mother to us so that we can celebrate with her.
“This is the only way we will have peace. This is very valuable to us, and we will pay.”
FBI agents confiscated an SUV from the property where Guthrie is believed to have been kidnapped sometime between Saturday night and Sunday morning.
A tow truck removed the blue Subaru SUV from her home before cops escorted it to an impound lot near Pima County Sheriff’s Office, according to Fox News.
Police were seen towing a blue SUV from her homeCredit: NBC LAA sign showing support for the Guthrie family in front of Nancy’s houseCredit: Reuters
Investigators did not share why the vehicle had been seized from the property on their third visit to the crime scene.
Forensic teams were also seen scouring the roof of the Tucson property to retrieve the camera that had been missed in several previous searches.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has stated the force believes the 84-year-old is “still alive”.
A reward of $50,00 is being offered for any information leading to a breakthrough in the case.
It comes as a man behind fake ransom note texts to the missing woman’s desperate family has been arrested.
Derrick Callella from California was arrested and charged for sending fake text messages demanding payments and making phone calls to Nancy’s family.
Timeline of Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her home on February 1, 2026.
Timeline:
January 31, 5:32 pm: Nancy Guthrie jumps in an Uber and travels to a relative’s house for dinner.
January 31, 9:48 pm: Family members drop off Nancy, 84, at her home in Tucson, Arizona, after having dinner with her.
January 31, 9:50 pm: Nancy’s garage door closes.
February 1, 1:47 am: Nancy’s doorbell camera disconnects.
February 1, 2:12 am: Software detects person on camera (No video available, no subscription).
February 1, 2:28 am: Nancy’s pacemaker app shows disconnect from her phone.
February 1, 11:00 am: A parishioner at Nancy’s church calls the mom’s children and says she failed to show up for service.
February 1, 11:56 am: The family goes to Nancy’s home to check on her.
February 1, 12:03 pm: A 911 to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department is placed by the family.
February 1, 12:15 pm: Pima County deputies arrive at Nancy’s residence.
February 1, 8:55 pm: The Pima County Sheriff’s Office gives their first press conference, and reveals some clues found at Nancy’s home caused “grave concern.” They say helicopters, drones, and infrared cameras are all being utilized in the search.
February 2, 9:17 am: Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos says search crews have been pulled back, as Nancy’s home is considered a crime scene.
February 2, morning: Savannah releases a statement that’s read by her co-hosts on Today, and thanks supporters for their prayers.
February 2, evening: Nanos tells the media they fear Nancy has been abducted.
February 3: Nanos admits they have no suspects, no leads, and no videos that could lead to Nancy’s recovery. He and the FBI beg for more tips and accounts from residents.
February 3: A trail of blood is pictured outside Nancy’s home, where there were reportedly signs of forced entry.
February 6: Police seize car from Nancy’s home
February 7: Savannah says ‘we will pay’ ransom for her mom’s return
Cops have been around the home of Nancy searching for cluesCredit: ReutersPresident Donald Trump speaks told reporters that new evidence is being probedCredit: AP
