Edie Hand

Edie Hand's philosophy for living life with gusto can be seen in everything she does from her work as an acclaimed celebrity chef, author, philanthropist, speaker and business woman.

Edie learned about the simple joys of family, life and helping others from her modest childhood growing up in the rural south. She is a cousin to the late Elvis Presley and recently co-authored The Genuine Elvis. Edie understands tragedy with the loss of her three young brothers. She is also a three-time cancer survivor. Her gift to rise from tragedies to triumphs is evident in her life’s work. She has authored, co-authored, and helped to develop over twenty books. Her other books include inspirational cookbooks, novellas and stories of the heart with humor. They are all written from a strong woman’s perspective.

Edie has starred in national commercials and daytime television soaps. She has hosted numerous national radio and television shows in her broadcasting career. She has been the CEO of Hand ‘N Hand Advertising, Inc. since 1976.

Edie is actively involved with American Women in Radio and Television and the National Speakers Association. The Edie Hand Foundation works to benefit the Children’s Hospital of Alabama, Children’s Miracle Network, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

Edie is an alumna of the University of North Alabama. She currently lives near Birmingham, Alabama with her husband Mark Aldridge. Her only son, Linc Hand, lives in Los Angeles, California.

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