“Today” weekend host Craig Melvin is reportedly in the running to replace fired host Matt Lauer.
That same source told the outlet that there is a slim possibility that Hoda Kotb would replace Lauer, as Kotb’s and Kathie Lee Gifford’s “Today” portion is a success already.
Another source said that fill-in anchor Willie Geist would replace Lauer, 59. They added that a decision won’t likely be made until next year.
NBC fired Lauer, who was the host for 20 years, after allegations of sexual misconduct surfaced. Kotb and co-host Savannah Guthrie announced his firing. The next day, Lauer issued an apology statement, read aloud on “Today.”
NBC cited “inappropriate sexual behavior in the workplace” for his firing.
“There are no words to express my sorrow and regret for the pain I have caused others by words and actions. To the people I have hurt, I am truly sorry,” Lauer’s statement read. “As I am writing this I realize the depth of the damage and disappointment I have left behind at home and at NBC.”
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