Kelly Ripa Shares Surprising Christmas Confession About Mark Consuelos

As a seasoned observer, I must say that the lives of Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos are a testament to the enduring power of love and partnership. With over two decades of marriage under their belts, they continue to navigate the complexities of life together with humor, grace, and an unwavering commitment to each other.

Instead of envisioning a classic white Christmas, Kelly Ripa is yearning for a festive season in which her husband, Mark Consuelos, steps into the role of a playful Santa Claus.

During a conversation about her fondness for shopping during the period between Christmas and New Year’s, which she calls “Twixmas,” Ripa shared that her husband of 28 years hasn’t bought anything for Christmas in three decades. Since we’ve been together, I have observed him deliberately avoiding shopping for gifts. [Live with Kelly and Mark, Dec 25 episode]

It’s not hard to imagine that their children – Michael Consuelos (age 27), Lola Consuelos (age 23), and Joaquin Consuelos (age 21) – would be having a very “blue” Christmas this year, as they are missing their mother.

Ripa playfully suggested to the audience that if they were around New York City on Christmas Day, they could drop by their townhouse to see Mark’s grand arrival as a special guest.

Then, he was utterly astounded, as if it were unbelievable, by his thoughtfulness in the gifts he gave me and the kids,” the 54-year-old went on. “He’s genuinely surprised. He usually asks, ‘Is this what you wanted, isn’t it?’ And I just confirm, ‘Yes, it’s exactly as I imagined it.’

But while the Riverdale actor may not be responsible for decking their halls with boxes of presents, for him, ’tis the season to be scooping up every last shred of wrapping paper.

In response to the growing clutter, the 53-year-old mentioned that he’s been quietly disposing of items, acting as a sort of unofficial cleaner. He’s been filling large trash bags with waste and storing them around the room.

Ripa exclaimed, finding it extraordinary, ‘There’s nothing quite like it!’ She playfully added, ‘I guess they don’t allow Christmas to resemble that scene.’

But Consuelos stressed that he’s not a full-on Grinch when it comes to the holiday season.

He made it clear that he doesn’t object to the event taking place,” the father explained. However, he prefers avoiding chaotic circumstances such as disorganized boxes and unwrapped gifts. “Those boxes and presents,” Consuelos elaborated, “they cause me anxiety and they make me feel uneasy.

Despite some questionable holiday customs, they’ve yet to tire of each other even three decades deep into their relationship.

Joining Ripa on her long-standing morning program sparked a fresh appreciation in Consuelos for her tireless efforts (“She puts in an incredible amount of work”). However, their strong professional bond transcends the polished image they project to viewers during their daily broadcast.

In simple terms, Ripa shared with TopMob News during the 2024 TIME100 Gala in April that a strong marriage originates from within oneself. She emphasized that this principle applies regardless of one’s profession. If you have a stable home life, your overall foundation remains robust, regardless of what your career entails.

And their bond is unshakeable enough to withstand a bit of ribbing.

Instead of discussing “the bedtime habit that’s ruining” or his tendency to snore, the former cast members of “All My Children” don’t shy away from revealing too much to their followers. Take a look at the surprising revelations they’ve made about their long-term relationship.

During a 2017 episode of Live! With Kelly, Kelly Ripa playfully criticized her husband Mark Consuelos for being rude after their private moments. She said, “When we have special time together at home, he becomes short with me afterward and I don’t like it. It seems strange to me.” Though she later clarified it was a joke, Mark felt compelled to respond when the comment made headlines. He defended himself on air by stating, “I just want to make clear that no one can be mean if they are asleep. I sleep.” Kelly then added, “Perhaps what I meant was that he’s completely uninterested and sound asleep, not actually mean.

There’s a particular motive why the kids, Michael Consuelos, Lola Consuelos, and Joaquin Consuelos, need to be cautious when browsing through social media without warning. For instance, recall when Mark temporarily managed his Instagram feed for Riverdale during a 2019 episode, which led Kelly to remark, “Oooooooooooo. Daddy, I love when you take over.

Is that a shadow making his trousers look snug or…? When Kelly shared a set of Halloween flashbacks from 2020 featuring Mark and friend Bruce Bozzi in full CHiPs uniform, her husband had an interesting observation about the fitting of his pants.

Instead of grumbling, the excessive Halloween photo craze led Kelly to develop a routine of conducting a thorough body check before disseminating any cherished family mementos.

The key to their long-lasting marriage, spanning nearly three decades with three children involved? As shared on a 2021 episode of Live!, it boils down to love and intimate moments.

The couple’s intimate way of dealing with stress came up when Mark was filling in as a guest co-host and he and Kelly were discussing the show Scenes From a Marriage.

Kelly remarked that in the Consuelos household, such turmoil wouldn’t have arisen since Mark would have swiftly resolved any issues. She described him as someone who would say, “See you upset? Let me handle that. Don’t feel good about something? I’ve got it covered. Feeling overworked? Don’t worry, I know what you need.

As an overly enthusiastic fan, I can’t help but share my feelings when Kelly posted a picture of herself in that vibrant rainbow sequin sweatshirt. The phrase “More Glitter, Less Twitter” on her attire caught my attention and led me to remark playfully, “Dear Kelly, is that a G or a C you’re wearing? I’ve got a friend who’s curious.

Mooooooom! Apparently celebrating youngest son Joaquin’s 18th birthday brought to mind memories of being in her birthday suit. Because when Mark posted an Instagram tribute in February 2021, writing, “Our little guy is all grown up,” Kelly commented, “You know what? Making him was so much fun.”

And apparently quite the international experience, with Mark noting he was, uh, “made” during a trip to Montreal.

During a September 2022 episode of “Watch What Happens Live,” Andy Cohen asked his friend a question about a game called “Have You Ever Had Sex There?” and the answer was affirmative for various locations, including public bathrooms, their “All My Children” set, and boats. However, there are some places they haven’t (yet) had sex, such as in a car on the way to an event, in a department store dressing room, or on the set of her daytime talk show. Despite this, based on their public displays of affection on Instagram, it seems challenging to imagine a location where they haven’t engaged in intimate activities.

Kelly’s preferred pose? The one that highlights her best angle. During the peak of the pandemic, when she was working on her show in NYC and he was filming Riverdale in Vancouver, they developed some rather absurd sexual routines, as she shared during a March 2023 episode of her Let’s Talk Off Camera podcast.

It seems that Kelly doesn’t typically intertwine professional and personal relationships. During a recent discussion about the romantic involvement of Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes, which led to their departure from ABC’s GMA3, Kelly playfully indicated that she and her husband, now working together on Live, are adhering to network guidelines.

After Joaquin started college in 2021, Mark and Kelly found themselves accustomed to living in an empty nest. As Kelly shared with TopMob News in June, they had grown comfortable with coming and going as they pleased, often leaving the doors unlocked. However, their peaceful freedom was disrupted when Lola returned from London, necessitating the return of locks. When Joaquin came home for his summer break, the need to lock up once again became apparent.

When Lola returned to live with her parents during her final college semester, she developed a habit of entering their room without first knocking, which they were eager to change. To address this, Mark playfully teased Lola about what to expect when she entered their room in the future. During an episode of “Live! With Kelly and Ryan” in January, he joked, “Watch out Lola Conseulos, because this week’s gonna be a bit strange, isn’t it?” Kelly laughed and asked, “What makes this week special? Is this a historically unusual week?” Mark replied with a smile, “It certainly is now.” The reason for the NSFW warning was that Lola had been entering their bedroom without giving notice, so Mark had a conversation with her. He said, “I didn’t want you to misunderstand me, Lola,” he explained. “I’m really glad you’re back home. We missed you. You’re the soul of our family, and you’re hilarious and amazing. But remember to knock before entering.

2024-12-27 20:20

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