Kathie Lee Gifford recently shared a remarkable story from her past, revealing how Donald Trump stepped in to protect her and her daughter during a dangerous situation in the 1990s. During an interview on the “Sage Steele Podcast,” the TV host and singer-songwriter recounted the harrowing incident, which unfolded while she was preparing to host the Miss America Pageant.
At the time, Kathie was with her newborn daughter when the FBI informed her husband, Frank Gifford, that a criminal was planning to harm her. The FBI advised Frank to act normally, but he was unwilling to take any chances with his family’s safety. In a moment of urgency, Frank reached out to Donald Trump for help.
Trump’s response was immediate and decisive. “Don’t worry about it, Frank. Your girls are with me,” he said. True to his word, Trump sent a team of security guards to protect Kathie and arranged for his private helicopter to ensure her safe return home. Armed guards were stationed outside her hotel room, providing round-the-clock protection.
Kathie admitted she was unaware of the full extent of the danger until she saw a newspaper headline about the death threat against her. Despite the shock, she remained resolute. “Hell no!” she declared when asked if she wanted to step down from hosting the pageant. “I won’t be terrified of anyone.”
The event proceeded without incident, and Kathie was safely escorted home afterward. Reflecting on the experience, she expressed her deep gratitude for Trump’s intervention. “My daughter’s life was saved by Donald,” she said. “He would do it again if I called him today.”
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Kathie’s story offers a glimpse into a lesser-known aspect of Trump’s character and the strong bond of trust between them.
