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I thought his contract wasn't up until spring. I wasn't thinking they would announce anything until January after the 65th anniversary of Today.

NBC would have to pull a "Meredith Viera" and hire someone from the outside who is already known...Anderson Cooper maybe? He's proven himself with hard news as well as lighter fare.

Forget the 65th. They'll mention it, but it's not that noteworthy. That said, it'll be Matt's 20th anniversary on like January 3rd-ish. They'd be smart to make a big deal out of it, and even smarter to announce a transition and successor. Play it off like he's calling it at even 20, give him a big send-off, destroy his alarm clock and mug, and announce his new role. The unaware, aloof viewers that do like him and don't follow the behind the scenes drama will eat it up. Personally, I'm indifferent on Lauer. He doesn't bother me but I'm no fan, either. However, he's nothing if not lucky and smart. No matter the changes and criticism, he has survived it all. If that's not a sign of a tough, resilient veteran (who has stepped on the bodies of others), I don't know who is. Also, not having an obvious successor continues to help him retain some value, no matter the salary.

Maybe they finally realized Sara Wallace isn't coming back.

I actually like this a lot.. Better than the boring DIN font.. Hope all the TEGNA ABC stations get this.

They said after election season is over but I get a feeling it will be extended to after the inaugration. Billy Bush was considered a potential replacement and rival. There is Willie Geist he seems to be the most logical choice. They can get Ryan Seacrest who is another favorite and lower mainteance then Billy Bush. I think Lester Holt was considered a true sucessor but now he has the evening news job and in some ways doing a morning show is considered beneath him. It would make sense but he is so disliked. The only people celebrating will be the on air talent and they pocket of die hard fans. Lauer would have been okay in my book if I did not hear all the stories and reports about him from people who have worked in the industry and dealt with his contracts. I have heard non flattering things about him and how he handles the Today show.

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