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Matt Lauer Eyes Media Comeback After Controversial Exit

11/27/2025

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Matt Lauer, former NBC News anchor, is considering a return to media nearly eight years after his firing.
A source says Lauer, 67, is "doing well" privately and has discussed re-entering the industry.
Lauer has faced accusations, including a rape claim by Brooke Nevils, which he denies and insists were consensual.
He resides in the Hamptons and is in a relationship with Shamin Abas while focusing on his three children.

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Matt Lauer, former NBC News anchor, is considering a return to media nearly eight years after his firing.
A source says Lauer, 67, is "doing well" privately and has discussed re-entering the industry.
Lauer has faced accusations, including a rape claim by Brooke Nevils, which he denies and insists were consensual.
He resides in the Hamptons and is in a relationship with Shamin Abas while focusing on his three children.