Romy Lauer, the 20-year-old daughter of former “Today” show host Matt Lauer, was recently involved in a car accident in the Hamptons over the July Fourth weekend. Reports from Page Six indicate that Romy crashed her Jeep Wrangler into a fence and a sign, leaving her license plate at the scene of the accident for local police to later identify her. She has since been issued a summons for leaving the scene of an accident.
It has been confirmed that Romy’s case is being handled by well-known attorney Edward Burke Jr., who is working on resolving the matter for her with the court. Burke’s list of famous clients includes Justin Timberlake, and he has previously represented Matt Lauer as well as other high-profile individuals. The incident occurred when a concerned neighbor made a 911 call about a crash on North Sea Mecox road, leading police to discover the downed fence and sign along with Romy’s license plate.
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Prior to the accident, Romy had posted a TikTok video of herself and friends dining at a sushi restaurant in nearby Water Mill. The video included a reference to a viral quote from comedian Kevin James, and showcased the group enjoying their holiday celebrations. This isn’t the first time Romy has made headlines, as her father Matt Lauer had previously appeared in videos on her social media feed in 2019 following his controversial exit from the “Today” show due to allegations of inappropriate behavior.
Romy is the daughter of Matt Lauer and his ex-wife Annette Roque, who have had a tumultuous relationship that culminated in an uncontested divorce in 2019. The couple’s settlement included Roque receiving their Hamptons horse farm in Water Mill, where both Romy and her mother share a passion for equestrian sports. Romy has competed in prestigious events such as the Hampton Classic, showcasing her talent and dedication to the sport. Matt Lauer and Annette Roque also have sons Jack, 23, and Thijs, 17, who have largely stayed out of the public eye amidst their parents’ divorce and legal issues.
Romy Lauer’s recent car accident has once again put the spotlight on the Lauer family and their complicated history. It remains to be seen how her legal case will be resolved, but one thing is clear – the public interest in the Lauer family continues to be a topic of fascination and speculation.
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