Kelly Ripa recently shared the surprising reason why her son, Joaquin, is not keen on watching her and her husband, Mark Consuelos, on TV. The ‘Live with Kelly and Mark’ hosts, who have been married since 1996 and have three children together, made the revelation during an episode of Late Night with Seth Meyers.
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Despite having a large following of loyal viewers, Ripa and Consuelos disclosed that their adult children, including Joaquin, 22, do not tune in to watch their morning talk show. According to the couple, the dynamic of their show – which some perceive as “watching their parents fight,” as joked by host Seth Meyers – does not appeal to their children.
During the Late Night show, Ripa recounted an amusing incident where she invited Joaquin to watch them on the show, only to have him prefer watching Seth Meyers instead. This light-hearted moment shed light on the unique perspective their children have on their parents’ television appearances.
The couple tied the knot in 1996 after meeting on the soap opera ‘All My Children,’ and have since prioritized raising their three children – Joaquin, Lola (24), and Michael (28). In a podcast interview, Ripa reflected on the privilege their children have in graduating without student loan debt, thanks to their parents’ financial stability, which she finds comforting.
Despite their wealth, Ripa highlighted that they strived to maintain a sense of normalcy for their children as they grew up, encouraging them to have part-time jobs and be independent from a young age. She emphasised the importance of instilling gratitude and appreciation in their children for the opportunities they have been afforded.
Ripa also shared insights into how their television show has become a familial affair, with viewers often approaching their children in public to express how they have watched them grow up on screen. Their children, who were occasionally featured on the show when they were younger, have since transitioned to adulthood, creating a unique bond with the show’s dedicated audience.
The conversation with Seth Meyers offered a glimpse into the personal lives of Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, showcasing a dynamic where family values and humility take precedence over the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. As they navigate the complexities of fame and parenthood, the couple continues to find joy in the simple moments shared with their children, creating a legacy that extends beyond the screens into the hearts of their viewers.
In a world where celebrity families often face scrutiny, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos stand out for their down-to-earth approach to parenting and fame. Their children, raised with a sense of gratitude and responsibility, encapsulate the values that their famous parents have instilled in them, making them role models not just on screen but in real life as well.