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Fired 'Today' Host Matt Lauer Responds, Promises 'Soul-Searching'

NBC fired Matt Lauer as Variety was preparing a story in which several women detailed their allegations against the powerful TV host.

Matt Lauer says, "There are no words to express my sorrow and regret for the pain I have caused others by words and actions," issuing his first public response after NBC fired the longtime host of Today, its flagship morning program.

Lauer spoke after lurid details of alleged sexual misconduct emerged in both and , ranging from inappropriate

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