Matt Lauer Out With His Wife Amid Comeback Talk

Matt Lauer is determined to change his image after being fired from “Today” for being a sexual predator — and his estranged wife Annette Roque was even by his side as he stepped out in the Hamptons on Aug. 26. The couple put on a united front despite their dirty divorce while being seen together at the popular horse show in the posh Long Island vacation spot. It could have helped that Matt and Annette have reportedly come to a $20 million divorce settlement. Insiders, however, say that Matt’s also desperate to repair his reputation after joining the ranks of celebrity sex scandals, and is convinced that he’s already set for a major comeback!

Matt Lauer Out With His Wife Amid Comeback Talk

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Matt was fired in disgrace when he joined "CBS This Morning" host Charlie Rose as major media casualties in the #MeToo movement, as women blasted showbiz figures who'd sexually exploited their co-workers. "There are no words to express my sorrow and regret for the pain I have caused others," said a statement by Matt read to the "Today" audience. But despite shocking revelations, Matt's promising to revive his career.

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The New York Post's “Page Six” reports that Matt was recently approached by a group of older fans at a Manhattan steak house who told him, “We miss you.” Matt is said to have replied: “I’ve been busy being a dad. But don’t worry, I’ll be back on TV.” And insiders tell The National ENQUIRER that's no idle boast!

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In addition to gradually returning to the Hamptons social scene, Matt's been courting the media — and even promising to give up sex! “Matt’s personal life and his penis have gotten him into enough trouble,” a source told The ENQUIRER. “He doesn’t want to chase women anymore. Now it’s strictly business!” Matt's also said to be pitching himself hard as a changed man to the networks.

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“Matt says he’s no Harvey Weinstein,” the source spilled. “He simply had an office affair, and now he feels like he’s being treated like a criminal!” And, in a lucky break for Matt, there are plenty of network bosses who agree, said the insider: “They actually believe that if enough time passes, Matt will be forgiven!”

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Matt was fired in disgrace when he joined "CBS This Morning" host Charlie Rose as major media casualties in the #MeToo movement, as women blasted showbiz figures who'd sexually exploited their co-workers. "There are no words to express my sorrow and regret for the pain I have caused others," said a statement by Matt read to the "Today" audience. But despite shocking revelations, Matt's promising to revive his career.

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The New York Post's “Page Six” reports that Matt was recently approached by a group of older fans at a Manhattan steak house who told him, “We miss you.” Matt is said to have replied: “I’ve been busy being a dad. But don’t worry, I’ll be back on TV.” And insiders tell The National ENQUIRER that's no idle boast!

Photo credit: InStar

In addition to gradually returning to the Hamptons social scene, Matt's been courting the media — and even promising to give up sex! “Matt’s personal life and his penis have gotten him into enough trouble,” a source told The ENQUIRER. “He doesn’t want to chase women anymore. Now it’s strictly business!” Matt's also said to be pitching himself hard as a changed man to the networks.

Photo credit: InStar

“Matt says he’s no Harvey Weinstein,” the source spilled. “He simply had an office affair, and now he feels like he’s being treated like a criminal!” And, in a lucky break for Matt, there are plenty of network bosses who agree, said the insider: “They actually believe that if enough time passes, Matt will be forgiven!”

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