In an exciting announcement for fans of entertainment and pop culture, Kelly Ripa has shared her thoughts on the latest winners of PEOPLE’s Sexiest Man Alive Readers’ Choice Poll, which includes a remarkable accolade for her son, Joaquin Consuelos. The reaction took place during the live broadcast of ‘Live with Kelly and Mark’ on 21 October, shortly after the results were publicly released.
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Joaquin Consuelos, at just 23 years old, has claimed the title of Sexiest Broadway Debut for his performance in ‘Death of a Salesman.’ This makes him the third member of the Ripa-Consuelos family to receive a PEOPLE’s Sexiest Man Alive title, a notable achievement that Ripa openly celebrated during the show. However, in a surprising twist, she revealed that she cast her vote for another actor instead of her own son.
Reflecting on the journey of motherhood, Ripa stated, “When I gave birth to this child 23 years ago, never would I dream that he would one day be named one of PEOPLE Magazine’s Sexiest Men Alive. I thought he was cute, I thought he was adorable.” Mark Consuelos, her husband and co-host, chimed in with agreement, commenting on Joaquin’s good looks while adding a lighthearted disclaimer of parental affection.
As the discussion unfolded, Ripa made it clear that she doesn’t view her son in the same light as the public does. “I don’t see him the way others may see him,” she remarked, prompting a chuckle from Consuelos, who quipped that such a perspective would indeed be “weird.”
The conversation then shifted to the competition Joaquín faced in his category. Ripa shared that while her son was voted the winner, her own choice went to Bowen Yang, a competitor from the show ‘Oh, Mary!’ “The readers of PEOPLE Magazine voted for Joaquin,” she explained, highlighting the notable contenders he overcame, including Joe Keery and Luke Evans.
Meanwhile, on CBS Mornings, co-host Vladimir Duthiers also addressed his own experience in the Sexiest Man Alive poll after losing out to Craig Melvin, who won in the “Hotter Than Your Cup of Coffee in the Morning” category. Duthiers proclaimed that Melvin was the right choice for the accolade, displaying good sportsmanship during the live segment.
The announcement of Duthiers’ runner-up status was executed with a playful twist as co-hosts unveiled his loss through a silhouette before revealing Melvin’s image. Duthiers, who had previously sought reassurance about his own nomination, admitted that the outcome was unsurprising: “PEOPLE made the right choice,” he stated before trailing off, hinting at his acceptance of the result.
Adding to the camaraderie among the hosts, Duthiers shared a light-hearted moment with Nate Burleson, another co-host who had been runner-up in a previous year. Together, they joked about their situations, with Gayle King and Norah O’Donnell providing a supportive nod, calling Duthiers and Burleson the “sexiest and the kindest,” though King humorously noted that such titles might only get them “a bag of potato chips.”
The excitement over the poll was further heightened by the announcement of Pasha Pashkov as the winner of the PEOPLE’s Sexiest DWTS Pro category. During the live broadcast of ‘Dancing with the Stars’ on 20 October, host Julianne Hough revealed Pashkov’s win, leading to an exuberant celebration. He was awarded a sash and warmly embraced by his wife, fellow dancer Daniella Karagach, who had tirelessly championed his candidacy.
After graciously accepting the title, Pashkov expressed his gratitude to fans for their support, saying, “Thank you guys for voting. Thank you, thank you, thank you.” His heartfelt acknowledgement was a fitting end to an evening filled with joy and festive spirit.
As the annual festivities surrounding PEOPLE’s Sexiest Man Alive culminate, the reactions of Ripa, Duthiers, and Pashkov highlight not just personal achievements but also the spirit of community and camaraderie in the entertainment industry. The event serves as a reminder of how popular culture intertwines with personal stories, creating moments of both pride and laughter for those involved. The full list of winners can be explored further in the publication’s feature.