Perhaps the most likely options right now are "Today" weekend co-host Craig Melvin and "Sunday Today" host Willie Geist, both of whom are familiar faces to viewers but lack the baggage of Kelly and Curry. Matt Lauer’s 20 years as co-host of NBC’s Today show ended in disgrace as NBC terminated his contract following allegations of ‘inappropriate sexual behavior in the workplace.’A visibly shaken Savannah Guthrie read aloud the staff memo announcing Matt’s departure.
Many viewers are hoping to see the return of ousted "Today" co-host Ann Curry, and while it seems quite unlikely at this point, it's possible that NBC execs would see it as a statement against Lauer and his actions. Morning Joe ’ s Geist, former anchor of the third hour of Today and current Sunday host, had been seen as a leading contender to one day replace Lauer until he was pushed out in 2016, apparently. The show's newest addition infamously struggled to find her footing in the first few weeks of her time slot, but she's gotten into a groove in recent weeks and has been widely praised for her coverage of the onslaught of sexual harassment cases spilling out of Hollywood. Source: Shutterstock The most likely replacement for Matt Lauer is. As the story behind Matt Lauer's unexpected exit from "Today" unfolds, speculation is already beginning about who will take his slot.Īs of early Wednesday, viewers seem to think the most possible option is Megyn Kelly - although not all are thrilled about it. Matt Lauer is no longer a host for NBC’s the Today show and there is already speculation about who will replace the anchor.
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