Matt Lauer Aiming For Position On ‘Today’ Amid Hoda Kotb’s Exit

Matt Lauer was let go from Today following a slew of allegations of sexual misconduct. Lauer now has his sights set on his old position. Hoda Kotb is leaving Today which leaves an opening for a new cohost to take her place. Lauer believes that position could be his.

Lauer Wants To Return To Morning TV

An opening for a cohost is about to happen on Today. Matt Lauer has set his sights on a miraculous return to the morning TV spotlight. A source close to Lauer has said “Matt’s hoping for a miracle.” The source continued, “He knows his chances are slim, but he’s convinced now is his moment to reclaim the throne at Today.” Matt, 66, was fired from the show for sexual misconduct.

Another source close to Matt Lauer confirmed his plans. The source said, “There’s not a day that goes by when Matt doesn’t dream of returning to the show and taking over for Hoda.” The source continued, “He still thinks he’s innocent and was unfairly convicted in the court of public opinion. He hopes that one day, others will agree with him too!”

So what does the network think of Matt’s plans? A high-ranking NBC insider said, “There’s NO WAY that is happening.” The insider claims, “Matt Lauer back on Today? Not a chance. Megyn Kelly would come back before he does. His time is up — he’ll never set foot in NBC ever again.” That is a pretty firm no for Matt Lauer returning to Today.

Matt Lauer’s Life Post Sexual Misconduct Allegations

It has been six years since Matt Lauer was fired from Today for allegations of sexual misconduct. A source close to Matt said he has “drastically changed his social circle” and is living “a very quiet lifestyle.” Lauer did attend an NBC producer’s wedding in December 2023. At the wedding, he encountered his former colleagues Hoda Kotb and Al Roker for the first time since his exit from Today.

Matt’s Friends and colleagues were quick to drop him after all the drama. His former friend Katie Couric said she cut all ties with him. Katie said, “I think what I realized is that there was a side of Matt I never really knew.” Al Roker also commented on his relationship with Matt, he said “I don’t really talk about him that much, but we wish him well.” Lauer has maintained that he is innocent of all allegations against him, he said the allegations are “untrue or mischaracterized.”

What Do you think about Matt Lauer trying to return to the NBC show Today? It would be pretty wild for him to return after how he left the show. Let us know what you think in the comments!