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Natalie Morales and Matt Lauer shut down rumors that they, both married, are having affair. A source told PageSix that their affair was one of the reasons Morales left her position at "Today" show. She decided to move to Los Angeles and work on "Access Hollywood" because of "an awkwardness" between her and Lauer.

"There is absolutely no truth to this completely absurd story," Morales responded to the rumors. "It is damaging, hurtful and extremely sexist. I have proven myself in all aspects of my job as a news professional and journalist, and am adding to my role, taking on three jobs with Access Hollywood Live and Access Hollywood, in addition to Today. This move was dictated by me and my desire to grow in my career. Any insinuations beyond that are uninformed."

Lauer added in his own statement, "Every aspect of this story is untrue, and it's frankly sad that someone would tell lies to harm everyone involved."