Kathryn Lee Epstein

 

Kathryn Lee Epstein: Actress, Singer,

 Song writer Biography 

 

 

Full Name: Kathryn Lee Epstein

 

Professional Name : Kathie Lee Gifford

 

Date of Birth: August 16, 1953

 

Place of Birth: Paris, France

 

Nationality: American

 

Zodiac Sign : Leo

 

Religion: Christianity (Born-again Christian)

 

Occupation: Television presenter talk show host Singer song writer Actress Author Producer playwright

 

Kathie Lee Gifford is an American television host, singer, songwriter, actress, and author. She gained widespread fame as a co-host of the popular talk show Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee and later on NBC's Today show.

 

Height: 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm)

 

Weight: Approximately 55 kg (121 lbs)

 

 

Education

 

Attended Bowie High School in Maryland

 

Studied drama and music at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma

 

 

 Family

 

Father: Aaron Epstein – American naval officer and musician

 

Mother: Joan Epstein – Vocalist

 

 Marriages:

 

First husband: Paul Johnson (m. 1976; div. 1983)

 Second husband: Frank Gifford (m. 1986–2015; his death) – Former NFL star and sports commentator

 Children:

 

Cody Gifford (b. 1990)

 

Cassidy Gifford (b. 1993)

 

 

Career

 

Kathie Lee Gifford began her career as a singer and actress. She gained national recognition as co-host of Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee (1985–2000), which made her a household name. Her friendly on-screen presence and open sharing of her personal life endeared her to audiences.

 

In 2008, she joined the fourth hour of NBC's Today Show with Hoda Kotb, where the duo's casual and conversational style won a new generation of fans. She remained with Today until her departure in 2019.

 

Outside of television, Kathie Lee is a talented singer, songwriter, and author. She has released several albums and written books, including children's stories, devotionals, and autobiographies. She's also written Broadway musicals and Christian-themed productions.

 

 

Net Worth

 

As of 2024 , Kathie Lee Gifford's estimated net worth is around $60 million, accumulated through her long television career, music and book sales, endorsements, and real estate investments.

 

 

Awards

 

Daytime Emmy Award – Outstanding Informative Talk Show Host (Today, 2010)

 

Hollywood Walk of Fame Star – Awarded in 2021 for her contributions to television

 

Multiple People's Choice Award nominations

 

Recognized for her Christian music contributions and philanthropic work