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Kelly Ripa Details Fight With Her Kids Over IG Pics That Ended With a 4-Hour Silent Treatment
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos’ oldest son is making the world do a double take.
In honor of Kelly’s 25-year run on Live with Kelly and Mark, the couple’s 28-year-old son Michael made a surprise appearance during the Feb. 20 episode.
Michael—who donned a dark gray suit—arrived on the set and was a spitting image of his father as he handed his shocked mom a bouquet of flowers, as he quipped, “I stole them from the green room.”
Michael flashed the same grin as his father—who was dressed in a similar black suit—and pointed out that he was in fact 4 years old when his mother started the show.
What’s more, Michael celebrated Kelly—who also shares Lola, 24, and Joaquin, 22, with Mark—as he recalled some of his favorite memories on set with his mom during her tenure on the daytime talk show.
“There’s so many,” Michael quipped. “But if I had to narrow it down to just a handful, I’d say the swamp tour in Louisiana, where I threw the snake on you. That was pretty awesome.”
For Kelly, the moment with young Michael was a mother’s nightmare.
“That was almost my final year on the show,” she added. “I almost died of a heart attack.”
Further recalling the memory, Michael added, “Also, you almost jumped out of the boat, which was pretty funny.”
“Cooking segments,” he added. “All the family holiday specials we did together, and cherry on top, winning the golden wiener.”
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While her son moved on to naming his favorite memories from the show, he was clearly creating a new one for Kelly.
“I’m just looking at you like, I can’t believe you’re here,” Kelly shared. "It’s such a nice surprise.”
Making the moment even more special, Michael brought along a clip filled with family throwback moments that included the announcements of Kelly’s pregnancy with both Lola and Joaquin, cooking segments that Michael did alongside his mom, and sweet moments with Kelly and Mark—who became her cohost in 2023.
Though they weren’t there in person, Lola and Joaquim sent personal messages to their mom, congratulating her for her iconic run.
“Wanted to congratulate you on 25 years at Live that is insane,” Lola said in a video message from London. “I’m so proud of the life that you’ve made for yourself and for Michael, Juino and me and dad. We really wouldn’t have anything without you, and I think a lot of people would agree with me that there would be a lot less joy in this world without you and your pretty face on the air every day.”
For his part, Joaquim—who is rehearsing for his Broadway debut—he chose to record his video in his parents’ home.
“I just got back from rehearsal for Death of a Salesman,” Joaquin said as he plopped on his parents’ bed. “Opening April 9. Love you, proud of you. Here’s to 25 more.”
An emotional Kelly thanked Michael for his surprise, in which he assured her he was, “Happy to be here,” adding, “Wouldn’t miss it.”
For more on Kelly and Mark’s life at home with their kids, keep reading…
Empty Nest, No Problem
For the first September in at least 20 years that she didn't have a kid to see off to school, Kelly filled the void with a throwback from 2008.
Look Out, Behind You!
Looks like Michael's about to get the drop on his little sister in this pic their dad shared on Lola's 19th birthday in 2020.
Class of 2021
Joaquin is surrounded by love at his high school graduation.
Big Men on Campus
"Looks like @instasuelos just found out he won't be @joaquinconsuelos roommate in the fall," Kelly teased during a trip to Ann Arbor before Joaquin started at University of Michigan.
Kelly took a few days off in March 2022 to watch the Wolverines compete in the Division 1 Wrestling Championships in Detroit.
Still a freshman, Joaquin didn't wrestle this time, but still, Kelly said on Live upon her return, "It took years off my life watching these young men."
Generational Health
The whole family finally made it to Greece and Italy in June 2021 after the pandemic had other plans in 2020.
"Last year's graduation trip for our oldest son and niece was delayed long enough to become a graduation trip for the family newborns as well," Kelly shared.
Heavenly Holiday
This family pic from their Mediterranean getaway turned out so well, Kelly made it their 2021 holiday card.
A Sweet Memory
"Happy Easter from the year 2012 because Lola approved this photo," Kelly captioned this throwback, never missing a chance to tease her perpetually appalled teen on social media.
Beautiful Girls
Mark wished the "spectacular women" in his life a happy International Women's Day.
Apples of Her Eye
"Happy Valentine's Day to the loves of my life!" Kelly wrote from the heart on Feb. 14, 2022.
Nice View if You Can Get It
Kelly celebrated the fruits of her labor on National Sons Day, Sept. 28, 2021.
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Mommy & Son
Kelly and Mark's eldest child, son Michael Consuelos, 24 at the time, posted this sweet throwback photo of him and his mom on her 51st birthday in 2021, writing, "Happy Birthday, Mom!! I hope you have the greatest day ever. You're a badass and an inspiration to everyone. Also, when I call you a T. Rex, I mean it as a compliment. You should know that by now."
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History Repeating
In August 2020, Kelly Ripa shared an epic recreation of an old family photo from 2003 on Instagram. With youngest son Joaquin on her lap and older kids Michael and Lola perfectly in place, we'd say they nailed it despite the fact that, as Kelly noted, "objects may appear larger."
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Glad Grad
In May 2020, Kelly and Mark celebrated eldest son Michael's graduation—albeit a virtual one, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic—from New York University. Marking the occasion, Kelly wrote on Instagram, "And just like that you graduated college. MJC, the joy and pride you have brought our family is indescribable. I love you with all my heart."
All Grown Up
From kids to teenagers! "#tbt 2011 vs. 2019 Les murs sont devenus plus petits," Kelly shared in an Instagram post that showed just how much her kids have grown.
School's Out
"The Graduate #2019," Kelly wrote on Instagram celebrating Lola's final days of high school.
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Star-Studded Walk
Kelly receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2015 was an all-hands-on-deck event.
Milestone Moments
Kelly matched her son's gown and the flowers at Joaquin's middle school graduation.
Selfie Time
When your family is this beautiful, you would likely be posing for selfies more often than not too.
Joy to the World
Holidays always bring family together and this famous crew is no exception.
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Family Fun Day
Back in 2003, Kelly and husband Mark Consuelos celebrated the opening night for A Year With Frog and Toad at Maxine's in New York City.
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Red Carpet Pros
Back in 2001, Mark and Kelly took their son to the ATLANTIS The Lost Empire premiere at the Ziegfeld Theatre in New York City.
Snow Day
Whether they are traveling somewhere hot and tropical or cool and snowy, this family always knows how to have a good time.
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