Kathie Lee Gifford Recovers from Pelvic Fracture After Incident

Kathie Lee Gifford, the 70-year-old former host of the “Today” show, is on the mend after a fall resulted in a fractured pelvis. The incident occurred after Gifford had undergone hip replacement surgery. She spent more than a week in the hospital due to the severity of her injuries, which included two fractures in her pelvis.

In a recent interview with People, Gifford shared that she had overexerted herself by moving 300 books single-handedly during a book signing event in Nashville. This, she believes, weakened her body and contributed to her fall the following day. She admitted that the accident was her own doing.

The day after the book signing, Gifford tripped while answering her door. She explained that her body was already weak from the previous day’s exertion, and the fall resulted in her hospitalization with a fractured pelvis. She described the pain from the pelvic fractures as being more intense than anything she experienced with her hip surgery.

Gifford, who also co-hosted “Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee,” described the experience as a humbling one. She chose to remain in the hospital for a week, citing a lack of trust in herself. She reflected on the changes that come with aging, acknowledging that despite not wanting to think about it, it’s a reality she must face.

Despite the pain and inconvenience, Gifford managed to find a silver lining in her situation. She joked about missing out on the summer season due to her recovery but looked forward to spending time at her farm and enjoying her salt pool. She interpreted the incident as a sign from above to slow down and appreciate the fruits of her labor.

Gifford had recently undergone hip replacement surgery, which she described as one of the most painful experiences of her life. Her doctor attributed her health issues to her active lifestyle, which included climbing mountains, making movies, and performing on stage, often in high heels.

Despite her health challenges, Gifford expressed no regrets about her life choices. She believes she was fulfilling her divine purpose on earth. In addition to her recovery, Gifford is also celebrating the release of her new book, “Herod and Mary: The True Story of the Tyrant King and the Mother of the Risen Savior.” The historical nonfiction delves into the life of Herod, the corruption that threatened a nation, and the journey of a teenage Mary to bring Jesus into the world.

Gifford credits her son, Cody, for inspiring her to write the book. She hopes that her work will provide hope to readers. Despite the uncertainty of her time left on earth, Gifford expressed her desire to continue being useful, kind, and loving to people.