Let me tell you something real. Kathie Lee Gifford, the beloved TV icon and entertainment legend, has decided to take a bold step when it comes to her love life. In a heartfelt interview with Entertainment Tonight, Kathie Lee, now 70, opened up about her plans to keep any future romances strictly private. This decision comes after her recent split from longtime boyfriend Richard Spitz, and it’s clear she’s learned a lot from the experience.
A New Chapter for Kathie Lee
Here’s the thing: Kathie Lee isn’t messing around when it comes to her privacy. She sat down with Entertainment Tonight at her beautiful Nashville, Tennessee, home, and made it crystal clear that if the Lord brings someone special into her life, she’s not going to shout it from the rooftops. “I’m so convinced that if the Lord brings a beautiful man into my life, I am not going to talk about it,” she said with conviction. This is a woman who knows what she wants—and what she doesn’t want is her love life under a microscope.
Private Weddings and Public Surprises
Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Kathie Lee isn’t just talking about keeping dates and relationships private. If she were to fall in love again—and let’s be honest, anything is possible with this powerhouse—she says she’d go as far as getting married in private. Imagine that! “We’ll probably get married privately and tell the world a year later so that nobody’s opinion matters,” she revealed. Can you blame her? After all, love should be about the people involved, not the headlines.
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But don’t think for a second that Kathie Lee is shutting the door on love altogether. When the interviewer brought up the fact that both Kathie Lee and her former Today show cohost Hoda Kotb are single right now, she played it cool. “You don’t know what’s going on in my personal life. Nobody does,” she quipped with a sly smile. To prove her point, she showed off her left hand, which she described as “as naked as a left hand could be.” No ring, no engagement, just pure Kathie Lee.
The Love Story That Was
Let’s take a moment to reflect on Kathie Lee’s last romance. She met Richard Spitz, a successful businessman, after moving to Tennessee in 2019. They started out as neighbors, and before you knew it, sparks were flying. An insider once told Closer that they had so much in common, from their shared faith to their love for family and food. But as they say, every relationship has its challenges. Apparently, Richard wasn’t too keen on the spotlight, and over time, Kathie Lee’s fame became an issue. “She likes her privacy, but apparently Richard didn’t like any publicity at all,” the source explained. It’s a tough balancing act, and in the end, it just didn’t work out.
It’s worth noting that Kathie Lee and Richard kept their romance under wraps from the start. They were rarely photographed together, and she didn’t discuss him in interviews. But even with all that privacy, fame found a way to creep in. “She liked having someone to share things with, but it just didn’t work out,” the source explained. Sometimes, even the best intentions can’t overcome certain challenges.
Lessons from the Past
Let’s not forget that Kathie Lee has been down this road before. She’s been married twice, and each time, she gave her heart fully. Her first marriage was to Christian music composer Paul Johnson from 1976 to 1983. Then, in 1986, she tied the knot with the love of her life, sportscaster and retired NFL star Frank Gifford. Together, they welcomed two beautiful children, son Cody in 1990 and daughter Cassidy in 1993. Their love story lasted 29 years until Frank’s passing in 2015 at the age of 84.
After Frank’s death, Kathie Lee embarked on a journey to find love again. She dated a few gentlemen, but none of them were quite right. “If I fall in love again, it will be because God just made it happen,” she told Page Six in 2020. And that’s exactly the mindset she’s carrying forward today. Love is out there, but for Kathie Lee, it’s all about timing—and privacy.
