Back in late November, the news of Matt Lauer's abrupt firing from the "Today" show sent shockwaves through the NBC family. Sexual harassment allegations against him left everyone, including co-hosts Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb, deeply affected. But as it turns out, this unexpected turn of events brought Savannah and Hoda closer together in ways they never imagined.
The Bond That Grew Stronger
According to an NBC insider speaking with Life & Style, Savannah and Hoda didn’t expect their friendship to grow so intensely after Matt's departure. “They’ve bonded over the betrayal and the shock of Matt’s actions,” the source said. “Both women are still processing the severity of his misconduct. While it was necessary for him to leave, this challenging period has only strengthened their bond. And guess what? Their show is thriving more than ever before. Privately, they’re thrilled with the success they’ve achieved together.”
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Despite everything that transpired, Savannah and Hoda haven’t completely severed ties with Matt. “They haven’t turned their backs on him entirely,” an insider shared. “Though deeply let down, they can’t overlook the support he’s shown them in the past.”
Reaching Out: Matt's Attempt to Make Amends
On another front, Matt has reached out to both Savannah and Hoda in an effort to mend fences. “He sincerely apologized for putting them in such a difficult situation,” a close friend revealed. “He’s offered words of encouragement to both women.” However, it seems Savannah and Hoda aren’t ready to resume their old relationship. “Moving forward, they’re not the ones initiating contact anymore,” a source noted. “It’s a complicated situation. While they hold some positive memories of Matt, they now know about his inappropriate behavior. As women, reconciling these opposing feelings isn’t easy.”
A Brighter Future Together
Since Matt’s exit, Savannah and Hoda have formed a powerful partnership both on and off screen. “They’ve not only kept the show together but have delivered exceptional work since Matt’s departure,” a confidant of theirs explained. “Their mutual admiration has always been evident, but now Savannah and Hoda are connecting more deeply behind the scenes than ever before. Matt’s downfall has unexpectedly fostered a stronger friendship between them.”
