Don Lemon recently made an appearance on the “Hollywood Raw Podcast” with hosts Dax Holt and Adam Glyn, where he discussed the possibility of Matt Lauer making a comeback to the news industry. Lauer, who was fired from NBC’s “Today” show in 2017 following allegations of sexual assault and misconduct, has been a controversial figure in the media ever since.
During the podcast, Lemon shared his belief that the public actually misses Lauer and that he could potentially make a return to the industry, especially in the digital realm where he could set his own course. Lemon mentioned that he has gotten to know Lauer personally after the scandal broke, and that whenever they are out together, women seem to still adore Lauer and express their desire to see him back on television.
Lemon acknowledged that there are concerns within the industry about Lauer’s past actions, but he speculated that in the current era where cancel culture may be dwindling, there could be a chance for Lauer to stage a comeback. Lemon emphasized that he does not know the specifics of the allegations against Lauer, but from his interactions with the public, he believes that Lauer still has a strong fan base who would welcome his return.
On a personal note, Lemon also shared his own experience of being fired from CNN in 2023 due to allegations of sexist behavior towards female colleagues. He attempted a digital comeback with “The Don Lemon Show” on X, but the show was canceled by Elon Musk, leading Lemon to file a lawsuit against Musk for fraud and breach of contract.
Ultimately, Lemon’s interview on the “Hollywood Raw Podcast” provides insight into the complexities of public perception, forgiveness, and redemption in the media industry. Only time will tell if Matt Lauer will indeed make a comeback, but for now, the conversation continues to spark debate and speculation.
