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Regis Philbin Says Goodbye to Kathie Lee Gifford During Her Last Day on 'Today'
By TheBlast Staff on April 4, 2019 at 11:46 PM EDT
Kathie Lee Gifford's last day on "Today" included a lot of laughs, tears and even a tribute from Regis Philbin!
Her old TV co-host popped up in a pre-recorded package while she took her last sip on air with Hoda Kotb on Friday, marking the end of her 11-year long career with the network.
The 87-year-old dropped some farewell wisdom on Kathie and wished her good luck in her upcoming endeavors, which includes making movies.
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"Kathie Lee, you want to know the best part of my life -- my TV life -- was the 15 years I spent with you," Regis started his tribute. "I want you to know how I will always remember the great times that we had working together and how you are as a person, just great."
Regis wasn't the only one to surprise Kathie Lee on her last day -- her kids also showed up to share some emotional messages about their mom.
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"We saved the very best surprise for last," Hoda said before the clip popped up.
Bringing tears to their mom's eyes, Kathie Lee's children -- Cody, 29, and Cassidy, 25 -- talked about everything from home life with their "legendary mom" to how proud their late father was of his wife.
Kathie Lee announced her departure from 'Today' back in December.
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