Life After Fame: The Struggles Of Matt Lauer In The Hamptons

Sain April 18, 2025

It’s been a whirlwind few months for Matt Lauer, the once-beloved host of NBC’s Today show. Fired amid allegations of sexual misconduct, the 60-year-old has retreated to his secluded estate in the Hamptons, where neighbors say they’ve noticed a dramatic change in his demeanor and appearance. If you thought the Matt Lauer you saw on TV was unshakable, think again—according to locals, he’s now a shadow of his former self, and it’s clear that these tough times have left their mark.

From Friendly Neighbor to Reclusive Figure

Life in the Hamptons used to be all about Matt mingling with locals, chatting up shopkeepers, and being the friendly face everyone knew and loved. But these days, things are different. "He just looks very, very sad," a local store employee told In Touch. "He used to be so friendly and chatty, just like he was on TV. Now he keeps his head down. You can tell he’s not really in the best place." Another neighbor added that Matt doesn’t look like the man who once commanded a national audience. "He doesn’t look like he did when he was on TV," this Hamptons resident revealed. "He’s skinny… It looks like he’s aged 10 years." The transformation is stark, and it seems as though the stress of recent events has taken a visible toll.

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Where’s Annette Roque?

While Matt struggles to come to terms with his new reality, his wife of 19 years, Annette Roque, seems to have moved on. A third neighbor shared that Matt is often seen alone, without his longtime partner by his side. "I used to see him out with her, but never anymore. He’s usually by himself," the neighbor said. According to Closer Weekly, Annette has already made the decision to leave Matt behind. "She called him and told him that she was divorcing him," a source revealed. "Annette didn’t give Matt the chance to beg and plead like he has for years. She told him her lawyer would contact him, and then she hung up. Simple as that." Meanwhile, Annette has reportedly been enjoying a new chapter in Europe, leaving her wedding ring behind and embracing a life free from the turmoil of their marriage.

A New Chapter—or a Tell-All?

As Matt navigates the complexities of his post-Today life, sources say he’s working on a tell-all book that could shake up the media world. "Matt will name powerful men he knows, some famous, who did the same thing he did," an insider told In Touch. "He will expose people. He knows all their dirty secrets… He realizes that the juicier the story, the bigger the payday." With a potential windfall on the horizon, Matt may find himself back in the spotlight—but this time, it won’t be as the charming morning show host. Whether or not America is ready to see him smile again remains to be seen.

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