Kathie Lee Gifford to star in feature film, 'Love Me To Death'
Kathie Lee Gifford is starring alongside Craig Ferguson in Love Me To Death that will be filmed on June in Scotland.
On May 3, 2018, the 64-year-old Today show host made an announcement that she is working on a new feature film, Love Me To Death
Gifford took to her Twitter account to share the exciting news. 'I am beyond thrilled to announce the project I’m about to film with Craig Ferguson!' she wrote.
Love Me To Death was written by Gifford. It has a storyline near and dear to her heart, as reported by Faith Family America.
In the upcoming movie, the TV host will be the main character, which is a widow just like herself.
Gifford's husband, Frank Gifford, died on August 9, 2015, from natural causes at their Greenwich, Connecticut home.
The feature film, which is being produced by Matthew T. Weiner, will be directed by Adriana Trigiani.
I am beyond thrilled to announce the project I’m about to film with Craig Ferguson! https://t.co/Dkar2GYMFK
— Kathie Lee Gifford (@KathieLGifford) May 3, 2018
According to reports, the filming will begin in Scotland during June of 2018. The film's release date has not yet been provided.
Many fans of Gifford, who has released a number of studio albums and written a number of books, took to their Twitter account to congratulate the host.
'“Love Me to Death” is going to be a must see!! Can’t wait to hear all about the production as filming begins!!' LainieB wrote.
OMG! @KathieLGifford had a big announcement today!@CraigyFerg will star alongside her in her feature film called “Love Me to Death.” She’ll start filming in Scotland in three weeks! 🎥 pic.twitter.com/cICxN72XgU
— TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (@HodaAndJenna) May 3, 2018
Ana Sofía added: '@KathieLGifford congratulations on your upcoming movie, Kathie. Wishing you MUCH SUCCESS with all your projects. I enjoy everything you do, from music to movies! Such GREAT choice to have Craig Ferguson, he's awesome! This is SUPER EXCITING!!'
Gifford is best known for her 15-year run on the talk show, Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee (1985–2000). She has received 11 Daytime Emmy nominations and won her first Daytime Emmy in 2010.
The mother-of-two is the celebrity ambassador for the non-profit organization, Childhelp.