Life is certainly full of exciting chapters for Kathie Lee Gifford! Since stepping away from her iconic role on the Today show to chase new adventures, she’s been keeping fans updated on her family’s milestones. On Sunday, May 12, Kathie Lee took to Instagram with some big news: her son Cody, 29, is engaged to his girlfriend of several years, Erika Brown, 27. This announcement has sent waves of joy through her family and fanbase alike.

In a heartfelt Instagram post, Kathie Lee shared the happy news alongside a sweet photo of Cody and Erika. "My son is engaged and I couldn’t be happier for him and @missamerikabrown!!!" she wrote, radiating pure excitement. Her close friend and Today co-host, Jenna Bush Hager, chimed in with her own message of congratulations in the comments section. "This is the best!" Jenna wrote, proving just how much this special moment resonates beyond Kathie Lee's immediate family.

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My son is engaged and I couldn’t be happier for him and @missamerikabrown!!!
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Not to be outdone, Kathie Lee’s daughter Cassidy also joined in the celebration, offering her own words of encouragement and love. Cassidy posted her own message on Instagram, saying, "So excited for what God has in store for these two. The most excited to welcome my already sister @missamerikabrown into the craziness ❤️.” Her words reflect the close-knit bond within the family, showing just how much this engagement means to everyone involved.

One particularly touching comment came from a loyal fan who mentioned Kathie Lee’s late husband, Frank Gifford. "This is the absolute best 💍🍾 Congratulations to the future couple and the future mother of the groom ❤️ Your Frank must be smiling in heaven,” the fan wrote. It’s clear that this milestone brings not only joy but also a sense of continuity and legacy for the family.

Looking Forward: Kathie Lee's New Chapter

Even though Cody and Erika haven’t yet tied the knot, Kathie Lee, now 65, is already embracing her role as a mother-in-law-to-be. In a previous interview with AARP The Magazine, she opened up about the challenges of life after losing her beloved husband, Frank Gifford. "If you’re not careful, what you’ve lost in life can define you. It’s so much healthier to be defined by what you still have,” she reflected. For Kathie Lee, this means focusing on the joys ahead, like watching her children grow and thrive in their own relationships.

With Cody’s upcoming marriage and her newfound freedom to explore her passions, Kathie Lee is ready to embrace the future with open arms. "I’m making big changes in my life because I need to, really big changes that are feeding my soul,” she explained. She knows that staying active and engaged is key to overcoming loneliness and despair, and she’s determined to live her best life. "Otherwise, despair sets in and loneliness can be crippling,” she added, reminding us all of the importance of finding purpose and joy in every stage of life.

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Family Celebrates a New Beginning

As Kathie Lee and her family look forward to this next chapter, it’s clear that love and support are at the heart of everything they do. Whether it’s celebrating milestones or simply enjoying each other’s company, the Gifford family continues to inspire those around them. Congratulations to Cody and Erika on their engagement, and here’s to many more happy moments for this incredible family!