Disgraced Anchor Matt Lauer Plans A Profession Comeback After Assault Allegations Led To His Firing From ‘Today’ Show, Wants ‘An Apology’

Matt Lauer, the former morning show host who was fired from NBC after allegations of sexual assault, wants to stage a comeback in the media industry. 

Lauer, 66, is still deeply upset about how he was portrayed in the incident and perceives himself as a victim. While he spent most of his time on Long Island, Lauer wants to regain relevance in the media landscape. Lauer reportedly believes sufficient time has passed and deserves the opportunity to return to the media space.

Lauer’s fall from grace occurred in November 2017, when a female colleague accused him of inappropriate behavior amidst the larger #MeToo movement involving numerous high-profile men. Journalist Ronan Farrow further detailed the allegations in his book Catch and Kill, which Lauer vehemently denies.

Lauer’s public image has been severely tarnished, with headlines consistently labeling him “disgraced.” The situation has taken a toll on Lauer, making appearing publicly with his girlfriend difficult. Lauer does not intend to apologize and believes he is owed one instead.

Lauer recently attended Don Lemon‘s wedding in New York City with his girlfriend, a move seen as a strategic step to gauge public reception. While Lauer and Shamin Abas have experienced an on-and-off relationship since 2019, they are currently in a stable phase and aim to showcase a committed partnership.

Lauer’s previous marriage to Annette Roque, which lasted over 20 years, ended after the scandal in 2017. They have three children together, and Lauer has worked toward establishing a positive relationship with his children, which has become his priority.