Her warmth and wit made Katie Couric a household name in TV news, but behind the scenes, there was a deeply insecure person fighting to make it in a male-dominated world. “Women often struggle with feelings of inadequacy because they're uncomfortable with their power and achievements,” Katie revealed on the Thrive Global Podcast. It’s a struggle she knows all too well, and one she's turned into a source of strength.
Katie Couric’s New Memoir: A Journey Through Personal and Professional Trials
The former Today cohost is set to release her memoir, Unexpected, which will take readers through her life's most defining moments. From battling self-doubt and an eating disorder to enduring the tragic cancer death of her first husband, Katie’s story is one of resilience and triumph. “I’ve lived through so much—both professionally and personally—but never had the chance to really share what was happening behind the scenes,” said Katie, now 62. In her book, she’ll also spill the tea about her time working alongside Matt Lauer, revealing some surprising truths about the workplace culture. “You wouldn’t believe how many married men were secretly cheating with their underlings,” she confided to People.
The Struggles Behind the Smile
When Katie began her career in Washington, D.C., in 1979, she carried a secret that weighed heavily on her. “I battled bulimia throughout college and for two years after,” she admitted on her talk show. “It makes you feel so terrible about yourself.” The pressure to be perfect was immense, but what made it worse was the sexism she faced in her career. One TV executive once said, “She’s successful because of her hard work, intelligence, and breast size,” dismissing her achievements with a crude remark. Moments like these only fueled her self-doubt, but they also strengthened her resolve.
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A Lesson in Resilience
In her upcoming book, Katie will lay bare the grit and determination it took to rise to the top. “The road less traveled is often full of obstacles, but it’s where your true character is tested,” she has said. Her memoir, due out in 2021, promises to give readers a front-row seat to the highs and lows of her journey. It’s not just about her success; it’s about the challenges she faced along the way and how she overcame them.
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A New Side of Katie Couric
According to her publisher, Little, Brown and Company, Katie’s book will reveal a side of her that fans have never seen before. “I’m excited to share what it was like being at the center of so many historic events and game-changing stories,” she said. “I’m also ready to talk about the fascinating, sometimes challenging people I’ve worked with, the radical transformation of my industry, and the heartbreaking losses I’ve endured.” It’s a deeply personal account that promises to resonate with anyone who’s ever faced adversity and come out stronger on the other side.
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