Alright, let’s talk about Matt Lauer. You’ve probably heard the news by now: Matt Lauer was fired from the "Today" show following serious allegations of sexual harassment. It sent shockwaves through the entertainment world. But here’s the thing—fans are now wondering just how much time Matt had left on his contract. Turns out, he was allegedly set to stick around for another year. Crazy, right?
Now, let’s break this down a little more. Back in November of the previous year, Matt reportedly inked a massive deal with "Today." We’re talking $20 million per year for two years. That’s some serious cash. According to reports from Page Six, an insider said, “The new deal will take him well into 2018.” So, it seemed like Matt was all set to continue anchoring the popular morning show for quite some time. But as we know, life—and contracts—can change in an instant.
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So, let’s rewind a bit. Matt Lauer, now 59, first joined "Today" way back in 1994 as a news anchor. By 1997, he had climbed the ranks to become a co-anchor. For the past few years, he's been co-hosting alongside the talented Savannah Guthrie, who was on maternity leave with her second child toward the end of last year. Meanwhile, NBC was dealing with its own set of challenges. Megyn Kelly's show at the 9 a.m. hour was struggling with ratings. Billy Bush had made a quick exit, and Tamron Hall decided to leave the show altogether. It was a tumultuous time for NBC, to say the least.
Matt Lauer’s Troubled Relationship with Megyn Kelly
Before Matt’s termination, there were no clear indications about his future contract once his current one expired. However, behind the scenes, things were far from smooth. Reports suggest that Matt and Megyn Kelly were butting heads. NBC even went so far as to warn Matt to mend fences with Megyn or risk losing his job. As one source put it, “He was told it was time to get on board with Megyn’s show or he could find another place to work.”
Apparently, Matt wasn’t shy about expressing his dissatisfaction with Megyn Kelly Today. According to insiders, he made some pretty harsh comments about her, and he didn’t care who overheard. “He said if someone overheard his comments, oh well,” revealed the source. Despite all this drama, it wasn’t Matt’s negative attitude that ultimately cost him his job—it was his alleged misconduct in the workplace. No matter how you slice it, this was a huge blow to Matt’s career.
Where Does "Today" Go From Here?
With Matt gone, the question on everyone’s mind is: Who will step up to take his place? Surprisingly, there doesn’t seem to be anyone waiting in the wings to fill his shoes. “There is no heir apparent to take over for him, or even someone being groomed for his position down the road,” said an insider. This leaves NBC in a bit of a tricky situation as they figure out how to move forward without one of their most recognizable faces.
As the dust settles, it’s clear that the "Today" show has entered a new chapter. For Matt Lauer, it’s a stark reminder that no matter how big the star, actions have consequences. The question now is: What’s next for Matt, and how will "Today" evolve without him?
