Kathie Lee Gifford - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 16, 1953 |
|---|---|
| Age | 72 |
| Birthplace | Paris, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Kathie Lee Gifford's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Co-hosting 'Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee' and the fourth hour of NBC's 'Today' show |
Intro
Kathie Lee Gifford is an American television presenter, singer, songwriter, actress, and author. She is best known for her 15-year run as co-host of the talk show 'Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee' and for her later work as co-host on NBC's 'Today' show in the fourth hour alongside Hoda Kotb.
Early Life & Background
Kathie Lee Gifford was born in Paris, France, where her American parents were stationed. Her father, Aaron Epstein, was a musician and former US Navy officer, and her mother, Joan (née Cuttell), was a singer. The family moved back to the United States when she was a child, and she was raised primarily in Maryland.
Career Highlights
- Co-hosted 'Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee' from 1985 to 2000
- Co-hosted the fourth hour of NBC's 'Today' show with Hoda Kotb from 2008 to 2019
- Received 11 Daytime Emmy nominations for 'Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee' and won her first Emmy in 2010 for 'Today'
- Has appeared in television, stage productions, and recorded several albums
Trivia
- She released several Christian music albums, including 'Gentle Grace'.
- Gifford played herself or guest-starred in several television series and movies.
- She is an accomplished author, having written books for adults and children.
FAQs
People also ask
Kathie Lee Gifford is 72 years old.
Kathie Lee Gifford was born the 16 August 1953.
Paris, France.
On Her Birth-Day
About August 16th, 1953, in brief:
- Historical events: On August 16, 1953, KCMC-TV began broadcasting as the first television station in the Shreveport-Texarkana market, later known as KTAL-TV.
- Day of the week: August 16th, 1953 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 UK song: I Believe by Frankie Laine
- Popular movie: From Here to Eternity directed by Fred Zinnemann
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