Matt Lauer's BIO
December 30, 1957 (New York City, New York, USA)

Matt Lauer's quotes

  • “We fine broadcasters for using four-letter words, we say that's offensive. So is it offensive to call for the assassination of a world leader?”
  • “Making sure you're on the straight and narrow?”
  • “Not a lot of conservatives on this list. Are more liberals than conservatives screwing up America?”
  • “I like where I am on the radar. To be completely frank, I'm a little bit nervous about the fact that that may change a little bit.”
  • “If Katie were to go off and do something challenging that she couldn't pass up, I'd be happy. And then I would be disappointed and at a loss for what to do. As long as it's for the right reasons and not because she's dissatisfied with anything here at NBC. But it would be a huge loss.”
  • “I've been a fan of Meredith for a long time.”
  • “Al is still under the weather,”
  • “Where in the World Is Matt Lauer?”
  • “Emotions in this country right now are running very high. Sometimes that emotion is translated into inspiration, sometimes into criticism. We've heard some of that tonight. But it's still part of the American way of life.”
  • “What? You now have become the first recording artist I've ever sat across from who said, 'I wanted that album to sell fewer copies.' Why?”
  • “I'm going to miss Katie more than I think anyone knows. This is the one person who has sat by my side every single day, basically. We do know what each other is thinking and can complete each other's sentences.”
  • “It's possible. I think that's possible. . . . I think people are not looking at her accomplishments.”
  • “who is this book for?”
  • “Bush on the Hot Seat.”
  • “[Pat Buchanan, who sharpened his rhetorical claws as a Nixon speechwriter, told] Today's ... There's nothing heroic about breaking faith with your people, breaking the law, sneaking around in garages, putting stuff from an investigation out to a Nixon-hating Washington Post.”
  • “From time to time, the show has moved in a certain direction -- softer or harder. But obviously we hope that world events dictate the direction we go in.”
  • “One of the things we want to do in introducing Meredith to our audience and of course bringing over some of her audience.”
  • “I think you're going to see slow changes, not dramatic changes. We're going to make sure that the show and Meredith are in their comfort zones.”
  • “Meredith is a real pro, and I think it speaks volumes that NBC has brought her here to 'Today. I have been her fan for years and I can't wait to be her partner. She has the perfect background and personality to make a real mark on this show and in morning news in general. I'm thrilled to welcome her aboard.”
  • “Don't get me wrong, I think you're probably telling the truth, but there might be a lot of people at home wondering how that could be possible with the conditions you're facing and with the insurgent attacks you're facing. ”
  • “It's hard to imagine being here and not having you sitting next to us.”
  • “Researchers have discovered that chocolate produces some of the same reactions in the brain as marijuana. The researchers also discovered other similarities between the two but can't remember what they are.”
  • “Will the Superdome (New Orleans) be ready for football season?”
  • “Does it worry you, ... seem to have such an interest in Mr. Rove?”
  • “I saw it last night.”
  • “I get letters from women, and they say, 'I love your Roman nose.' If I weren't on TV and I walked past that same woman, she'd go, 'Did you see the beak on that guy?”
  • “It had become a little too scheduled, and he took a step to allow us to breathe.”
  • “The Iraqis have once again failed to meet a deadline for a final draft of the constitution.”
  • “It usually takes two people a little while to learn where the funny buttons are and testy buttons are, and it seemed we found that right away on the phone.”
  • “[Nov. 28:] Today ... Saving Your Life: Modern Medical Miracles.”
  • “Not only is it a great story, important story, it's beautifully made.”
  • “you never get a second chance to make a first impression.”
  • “He can barely stand, he's about to drop on the spot,”