Matt Lauer

Matthew Todd Lauer, born on December 30, 1957, is a former American television news figure most recognized for his tenure at NBC News. He began his career as a local news anchor in New York City at WNBC before gaining national prominence as the news anchor for The Today Show between 1994 and 1997. In 1997, Lauer transitioned from the news desk to the host position, becoming co-host of NBC's Today show, a role he held until 2017. Additionally, he contributed frequently to the evening news magazine Dateline NBC. During his time at NBC, Lauer also hosted the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and co-hosted the opening ceremonies for multiple Olympic Games.

However, in November 2017, Lauer's career took a dramatic turn when NBC terminated his contract following allegations of inappropriate sexual conduct in the workplace. The network announced that it had received a "detailed complaint from a colleague" regarding his behavior and indicated that there was "reason to believe this may not have been an isolated incident." This marked the end of Lauer's prominent role in television news, shaping a significant moment in the broader conversation about workplace conduct and accountability in the media industry.