Losing both her husband of 29 years, Frank Gifford, and her mother, Joan Epstein, within a short span of time, Kathie Lee retreated from the public eye, searching for solace. However, she is now ready to share her journey and reveal the source of her resilience during these challenging times.
In a touching interview, Kathie Lee Gifford reflected on her deepest emotions surrounding the loss of her loved ones, the crippling loneliness she felt, and the role her faith played in keeping her spirits high. It comes as no surprise that throughout this difficult period, it was her unwavering belief in God that provided her with the strength to move forward.
Recounting the painful day in August 2015 when she discovered her husband’s lifeless body, Kathie Lee Gifford bravely shared her thoughts. Instead of succumbing to grief, she found comfort in the knowledge that Frank Gifford had found eternal peace in the arms of Jesus. She revealed, “On a beautiful Sunday morning, I found my husband passed on to Heaven… He saw Jesus and Jesus took his breath away.” This realization helped her navigate through the darkest days.
Initially seeking solace in her mother after the loss of her husband, Kathie Lee Gifford’s world was again shattered when her mother passed away just two years later. With her children living far away, she confessed that the feeling of loneliness became more overwhelming than ever before. “My biggest struggle at this point in my life is loneliness,” she shared. “I’ve lost my parents, my husband is gone, and my children live far away from me. I still live in the same big house where we made a gazillion million memories. And there are times when I am overwhelmed by loneliness.”
But Kathie Lee Gifford’s story takes a turn towards hope as she reveals that she was never truly alone. She found solace in the fact that God was by her side, a constant companion in her journey of healing. With the love and support of her faith, she was able to navigate through the pain of losing her loved ones, finding solace in knowing that they are in a better place.
We admire Kathie Lee Gifford for opening up about her deep faith in this heartfelt interview. Let us join together and send prayers her way, applauding her strength and resilience.