Hoda Kotb Expected to Earn Less Than Matt Lauer on 'Today' | THR News

NBC News fired Matt Lauer for inappropriate behavior, leading to Hoda Kotb's promotion as co-anchor with Savannah Guthrie, forming the first female anchor duo in Today history. Despite Kotb's expected lower salary compared to Lauer's $20 million, the decision was praised as both smart and right. The network chose an internal replacement, avoiding a costly external hire, reflecting a shift in economic strategy.

What was the public's reaction to the decision made by NBC News regarding the anchor position?

What does Andrew Tyndall speculate about the new co-anchor's potential earnings?