Kathie Lee Gifford

Kathie Lee Gifford (born August 16, 1953) is a French-born American television presenter, singer, songwriter, actress, and author. She is best known for co-hosting the talk show 'Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee' alongside Regis Philbin from 1985 to 2000. Gifford also gained recognition for her 11-year tenure on the fourth hour of NBC's 'Today' show with Hoda Kotb (2008–2019). Throughout her career, Gifford has received 11 Daytime Emmy nominations and won her first Daytime Emmy in 2010 as part of the 'Today' team. She started her television career as a singer/sidekick on the syndicated version of 'Name That Tune' in 1977–1978. Gifford has released music albums and authored several books.