Ronan Farrow’s new release, “Catch and Kill,” largely focuses on his investigative work that uncovered Harvey Weinstein’s long history of exploiting and abusing women. However, the book also delves into other significant incidents from the #MeToo movement, including a particularly harrowing account regarding television host Matt Lauer.
Allegations Against Matt Lauer
In the book, Farrow interviews a former NBC News staff member named Sarah Dean, who alleges that Lauer raped her, which ultimately led to his dismissal from the Today show. Initially, Dean chose to remain anonymous, but her identity and the troubling details of her allegations are now disclosed for the first time.
Dean recounts that during the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, Lauer assaulted her in his hotel room. She described how, after a friendly encounter at the hotel bar with Today co-anchor Melissa Grant, Lauer invited her to his room. Given that she had no prior reason to suspect any ill intentions, she accepted.
Upon entering the room, Dean claims that Lauer forcefully pushed her onto the bed and asked if she was interested in anal sex. Despite her repeated refusals, he proceeded with the act without any consideration for her consent or comfort. “It was excruciatingly painful,” Dean stated, recalling her silent tears into a pillow as she stopped protesting.
Lauer’s Attempt to Return to Public Life
Meanwhile, Lauer has attempted to return to public life, appearing in lighthearted videos with his children on TikTok, which many find unsettling given the gravity of the accusations against him. In an open letter, he asserted that his encounter with Dean was consensual, labeling the allegations as false and suggesting that regret over infidelity was driving women to make such claims.
Since Lauer’s termination, additional women have come forward with similar allegations, including Melissa Grant, who indicated that she had warned NBC years ago about Lauer’s predatory behavior. In today’s post-#MeToo climate, accountability for such misconduct is paramount, and Lauer’s career remains in tatters as a result.
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Conclusion
In summary, Farrow’s “Catch and Kill” not only unveils the dark side of Hollywood’s elite but also serves as a crucial reminder of the ongoing fight for women’s rights and safety in the workplace.