
Watch Paula Deen's Whole Tearful Appearance on the 'Today' Show Here

June 26 2013, Published 2:15 p.m. ET
After frantic days of accusations, apology videos, and being dropped by her various endorsements, Paula Deen appeared on the Today show this morning. During a long, grueling interview with Matt Lauer, Paula teared up as she explained how tough the last few days have been.
Watch: Paula Deen releases a personal apology video.
"I is who I is, and I'm not changing," said Paula. She also suggested that it was hatred and jealousy that was causing people to attack her this way. Watch the whole interview here:
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