In the wake of Matt Lauer's firing from the Today show, emotions are running high. His co-hosts, including Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb, have expressed their sadness over the sexual harassment allegations that led to his termination. But it was Kathie Lee Gifford's candid reaction that really captured the world's attention. On November 29, during the fourth hour of Today, Kathie Lee echoed her colleagues' sentiments, acknowledging it as a "sad" and "difficult" day at NBC. She and Hoda revealed they had just learned that morning of their "dear, dear friend's" abrupt exit from the network. Hoda noted it would take time for them to fully process the situation.
Kathie Lee Reflects on Her Own Past Struggles
As the conversation unfolded, Kathie Lee felt compelled to share a deeply personal experience from her own life. She revisited the painful memory of her late husband, Frank Gifford's affair, which made headlines back in 1997. At the time, the former football player's infidelity with a married flight attendant was exposed in the press. Frank and Kathie Lee were forced to confront the scandal publicly, describing it as "painful" and vowing to work through it together.
Relating to Matt Lauer’s Situation
Kathie Lee went on to explain how Matt Lauer's situation stirred up emotions she had grappled with years ago. "I don't feel that Matt has betrayed us in any way," she said thoughtfully. "But when I found out about my husband's betrayal, it made me question everything. You start wondering, 'Was everything a lie?' It's a natural response, but we need to fight against that. The man we know and love is still the same person. I texted Matt this morning and simply said, 'I adore you.'" Her words resonated with both her co-hosts and viewers alike.
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Calling for Compassion and Forgiveness
Kathie Lee didn't stop there. She extended her heartfelt message to the broader public, urging everyone to approach Matt's situation with empathy. "No one is perfect," she emphasized. "We've all made mistakes, and scripture tells us, 'We have all sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.' What we need now is forgiveness and mercy—not judgment or cruelty. There's already so much negativity in the world; we don't need to add to it." Her plea for understanding struck a chord with many who tuned in.
Kathie Lee shared a piece of advice she received during her own marital struggles, which she believes holds universal wisdom. "An advisor once told me, 'Kathie, if you can't forgive your husband, forgive your children's father,'" she recalled. "It's such an important distinction. The person who wronged you is also the one you love and believe in. We're all broken in some way, but we can be put back together. It's entirely possible, and I'm living proof of that." Her message of hope and resilience was both powerful and deeply personal.
While Kathie Lee stands firmly by Matt, she also acknowledges the pain endured by those affected by his actions—both the victim and Matt's family. "My love goes out to the person who came forward. May God heal that person," she expressed sincerely. "I also send my love to Matt, his children, and his wife. May God bless and heal that family. In my long life, the one thing I've always been certain of is that only God can truly heal. There's never a bad time to seek His help." Her words offered comfort and a reminder of the importance of faith in times of turmoil.
