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Nevils: Lauer's Fall Sparked My Reckoning
28 Jan
Summary
- Nevils penned 'Unspeakable Things' detailing sexual assault experiences.
- She felt traumatized and paranoid after reporting Matt Lauer.
- Nevils rebuilt her life, married, and had two children.
Brooke Nevils is revealing more about her post-NBC life after accusing Matt Lauer of sexual misconduct. Her book, "Unspeakable Things," published on February 3, 2026, explores the profound impact of coming forward with her allegations.
Nevils detailed her experiences, including a complaint filed on November 28, 2017, which she states led to Lauer's termination the following day. This event attracted significant media attention, with reporters contacting her personal phone and tabloids inquiring about her role.
After leaving NBC, Nevils described a period of significant personal turmoil, including paranoia and constant drinking, feeling she had ruined her life and embarrassed loved ones. She sought mental health treatment, experiencing deep despair.
Nevils questioned her place within the #MeToo movement, feeling more like an "idiot" than a "survivor." She argues that the system for handling sexual assault allegations remains deeply flawed, often self-defeating for victims.
Inspired by her experiences, Nevils wrote "Unspeakable Things" to create a resource she wished had existed for her. She has since rebuilt her life, finding happiness in marriage and her two children.
