Kathie Lee Gifford Celebrates Becoming A Grandmother Of Two!
By Afouda Bamidele on July 4, 2023 at 9:30 PM EDT
Kathie Lee Gifford is a Bubbie twice over!
The beloved television personality is over the moon with joy after becoming a grandmother of two as her daughter, Cassidy Erin Gifford, gave birth to a son on June 24, 2023. This is the second grandchild for the former "Today" show host, who already has a grandson from her son, Cody Gifford.
Kathie Lee Gifford Celebrates Family Growth With New Grandchild
Cassidy took to Instagram on June 30 to share the joyous news of her baby's arrival. In a heartwarming post, she introduced her first child, with husband Ben Wierda, to the world. The photo showed Finn's tiny foot pressing against his mother's hand. The model expressed her overwhelming love for her new bundle of joy in the caption, writing:
"Our whole entire world. Finn Thomas Wierda 6.24.2023. We are so madly in love with you, buddy. Thank you, Lord for this most precious gift."
In the comments section, Kathie Lee complimented her daughter, gushing, "Cassidy, you and Ben are a wonder." She wholeheartedly praised the first-time parents and admired their love for each other, which beautifully reflects "the way you care for your newborn Finn, who is the best of both of you!"
With heartfelt gratitude, she noted, "Praise our loving LORD, Who is the God of family! I am beyond rejoicing with you, and for you!" The 69-year-old's daughter-in-law, Erika, also shared a supportive message, "Little buddy. Love our precious nephew so much."
Lifestyle contributor on "TODAY," Jill Martin, added, "Our family has a new member. Baby Finn, we love you!” Famous "Momager" Kris Jenner also commented, writing, "Congratulations!!!!!! Love you!!!!!!!!”
Over the weekend, Kathie Lee cherished some beautiful moments bonding with her new grandchild. She could not resist sharing the love and uploaded an adorable photo cradling the precious baby boy.
In the caption, the singer excitedly wrote, "What a joy to spend sweet time with baby FINN. I am the most blessed of women. It seems! Happy Fourth of July, everybody."
Her followers flooded the comment section with heartwarming messages, like this fan who exclaimed, "Oh my goodness! Congratulations!" Another touched on the special bond between a grandparent and grandchild, noting, "Nothing like holding your baby's baby! Congratulations!"
Many expressed their blessings, with one netizen stating, "God Bless. Grandchildren bring the love to another level." While a fourth gushed, "You look like the happiest grandmother in the world."
The "Dudley Do-Right" guest star seems to have taken to her role as a grandmother with great joy, as her reaction now mirrors how excited she was when she met her first grandson Frankie.
The author could not hold back her delight in seeing the tiny tot as she shared a heartwarming video that captured her cuddling him close, singing to him with adoration in her eyes. In the caption, the "Hercules: Zero to Hero" voice actress wrote:
"I finally got to meet sweet little Frankie this weekend, and the joy that filled my heart was indescribable! I couldn't help but sing to him, and I think he enjoyed it. Glory be to God!"
The 'Model Behavior' Star Opens Up About Her Decision To Keep Private Matters Private
After spending 12 years as part of the TV show "Live! With Regis and Kathie Lee," openly discussing her life, family, and marriage, the mother-of-two finally decided to keep private matters out of the spotlight.
According to the "Seinfeld" guest star, she felt overwhelming joy and gratitude that her children had found happiness with their respective life partners. She shared, "I'm just so grateful that my children married in deep love for their life partner."
She opened up about why she preferred to keep her love life private while revealing that she had someone special in her life. However, because it was very precious to her, she refrained from giving details about the man's identity or their relationship.
The "Sentimental" singer expressed her joy in living in Nashville and disclosed that she had found real happiness by spending her time connecting with her family. The "Christmas Carols" crooner who believes in a higher power, shared her faith in God, stating:
"God is the God of family and the God of marriage and the God of relationships, and when we put him first in them, it's miraculous the blessings that flow."
