Kathy Lee Gifford: Last News

It has been two years since beloved TV host Regis Philbin passed away at 88, and over a decade since his last episode of "Live! with Regis and Kelly." Now, talk show host, mother and soon-to-be author Kelly Ripa is discussing her often rocky, sometimes glorious relationship with her late co-host. While promoting her new book, "Live Wire: Long-Winded Short Stories" in an interview with People, the 51-year-old says working with the legend caused her "good and bad days," but writing about her experiences with Philbin proved to be "the hardest." Ripa detailed the difficult road she endured to secure what many would consider routine benefits for a TV host, like "an office and a place to put my computer."  She explained, "I don't want to feel like I'm slamming anyone or that I'm being disrespectful.

Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb aren’t actually besties like how they portray themselves on TV?! A source close to production on the Today Show that the co-hosts actually “can’t stand each other” offscreen!

Today Show viewer, especially fans of 3rd Hour with Hoda and Jenna, that both on and off the screen, Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager are inseparable.ALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleThe two have had a palpable chemistry and admirable friendship since Jenna joined the show as Kathy Lee Gifford's replacement in 2019, becoming instant friends.Now, as Today and its beloved hosts continue to celebrate the iconic show's 70th anniversary, Hoda is opening up about what makes her co-host so great, and what she sees for her when it comes to her place on Today.WATCH: Jenna shares emotional message about working on Today with HodaMORE: Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager evoke hysterical response with latest group photosThe star began her heartfelt tribute by commending Jenna for stepping into such a high-regarded role so seamlessly. She said: "Jenna stepped into that show which was one of those things which would have been difficult for anyone."She explained: "Jenna has a way of taking her heart, putting it on the table, and offering it up.