Apology? Come again?

Instead of apologizing to every woman he locked inside his office, this former morning show guy says he is the one owed an apology.

Yeah, that will see you getting hired again.

Matt Lauer

Matt Lauer, former NBC morning show host fired amid s.. e.. xual misconduct allegations, is reportedly planning a comeback and feels he deserves an apology. Despite controversy, he aims to return to the media scene, believing enough time has passed. Lauer, 66, remains in the spotlight with girlfriend Shamin Abas, attending public events to gauge public reception.

Here are the key points about Matt Lauer’s firing:

• Allegations of S.. . e.xual Misconduct: Matt Lauer, a long-time co-host of NBC’s “Today” show, was fired on November 29, 2017, after a female colleague made a detailed complaint accusing him of inappropriate s3.xual behavior during the 2014 Sochi Olympics, with incidents continuing in the workplace after the games.
• Immediate Action by NBC: NBC News Chairman Andrew Lack stated that this was the first complaint about Lauer’s behavior in over 20 years at NBC, but they were presented with reason to believe it was not an isolated incident.
• Public Reaction and Lauer’s Response: The news shocked many as Lauer had been a familiar face on morning television. Lauer admitted to some wrongdoing and expressed regret, stating that some of the allegations were untrue or mischaracterized but acknowledging that there was enough truth in these stories to make him feel embarrassed and ashamed.
• Further Allegations: After the firing, additional women came forward with accusations against Lauer. Reports included accounts of him giving a s..e.. x toy as a gift to a colleague with an explicit note, and another account where he exposed himself to a female employee.
• Impact on Career and Reputation: Lauer’s firing had a significant impact on his career and reputation, with immediate dismissal from the “Today” show and significant public backlash. His conduct led to wider discussions about workplace behavior and s..e.x..ual harassment in media industries.
• Long-term Effects: Lauer has largely remained out of the public eye since his dismissal. His case contributed to the broader #MeToo movement, which called for accountability for s..e.x… u.al misconduct across various sectors.