Kathie Lee Gifford's husband Supercaster Frank Gifford dies at 84

Famed sportscaster, and former New York Giants football player, Frank Gifford has sadly passed away on Sunday morning of natural causes at his Connecticut home.  He was age 84.

The family announced the news on NBC's "Today" show, of which Gifford's wife Kathie Lee Gifford is still a co-host.

"It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father and friend, Frank Gifford," the family said in a statement, via "Today." "Frank died suddenly this beautiful Sunday morning of natural causes at his Connecticut home. We rejoice in the extraordinary life he was privileged to live, and we feel grateful and blessed to have been loved by such an amazing human being. We ask that our privacy be respected at this difficult time and we thank you for your prayers."

Gifford, born in Santa Monica, Calif., played at USC and began his career in 1952, playing both offense and defense for the Giants.

We send our thoughts and condolences to Gifford's loved ones during this difficult time!