Kathie Lee Says: ‘Who Needs Hoda?’

Kathie Lee Gifford — glowing after ratings for the fourth hour of “Today” soared during the Winter Olympics — now wants to fly solo!

The National ENQUIRER’s spies learned Kathie Lee had “a blast” — and a healthy ratings bump — during the two weeks her co-host, Hoda Kotb, spent in South Korea for the Winter Olympics!

“Those two weeks were the most fun Kathie Lee had on the show in years!” a TV insider told The ENQUIRER. “She was able to run the show completely her way, which she also enjoyed — quite a bit!” Kathie Lee introduced a live audience to the show, which brought back memories of her time with Regis Philbin.

Insiders also spilled that Kathie Lee initially felt betrayed by Hoda for leaving her alone and basking in the white-hot spotlight at the Winter Games — but when she saw how well she could do on her own, her attitude brightened big-time!

Added the source: “Now she’s telling pals that she’d be thrilled to have the opportunity all by herself!”