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Mark Consuelos Looks Ahead of Spending Time With His Wife Kelly Ripa
Mark Consuelos, the talented actor and father of three, recently shared some heartfelt advice for those seeking long-term love. During the New York…
Mark Consuelos, the talented actor and father of three, recently shared some heartfelt advice for those seeking long-term love.
During the New York City premiere of his latest television role in Max’s The Girls On The Bus, he wisely said, “Find someone you can dream with.” While this might sound sappy to some, it carries a profound meaning: two people who are headed in the same direction in life.
Mark Consuelos presses love to his wife Kelly Ripa
Mark, who is 52 years old, speaks from experience as he and his wife, Kelly Ripa, are about to celebrate their 28th wedding anniversary. The celebrity couple chose simplicity when making their union legal—eloping at the Chapel Of The Bells in Las Vegas back in 1996.
Mark Consuelos with hi s wife Kelly Ripa. (Credit: Instagram)
Their love story continues to inspire, and they recently recreated a cherished memory by returning to the same chapel where it all began. In an Instagram post, they shared a side-by-side photo, capturing the magic of then and now.
As they approach their 28th anniversary, Mark and Kelly plan to “just relax” and enjoy each other’s company. Cheers to their enduring love!
During the interview, Consuelos said, “It was romantic, though. It was very sweet. We cherish those memories, still to this day. It’s been 28 years and we still can remember every minute of that wedding.”
Mark Consuelos and Kelly Ripa’s married life, children, and dating history
Consuelos met his wife Ripa on the set of All My Children, who played Hayley Vaughan. There, he fell in love with his on-screen love interest, Kelly Ripa, and secretly married her in Las Vegas in May 1996.
At the time, he lived on co-star Winsor Harmon’s sofa; Harmon was one of the few to know that co-stars were dating and married. The couple’s firstborn is their son, Michael Joseph Consuelos, born in June 1997. He is an actor like his parents and also dabbling in production and writing.
Michael was born a little over a year after his parents eloped in Las Vegas and spent his early years growing up on the set of All My Children, which both his parents starred in.
Their second child, daughter Lola Grace Consuelos, was born in June 2001, after it was inadvertently revealed in a psychic reading during Kelly’s test debut episode on Live! with Regis that she was, in fact, pregnant.
While Lola was less of a fixture on her mom’s talk show in her early years compared to Michael, she did follow in her older brother’s footsteps in many ways.
The youngest of the sons is Joaquin Antonio Consuelos, born in February 2003, who has found the path that diverges the most from his entertainment-driven family.
While Kelly writes in her memoir collection of short stories, Live Wire, that Joaquin expressed an interest in drama and theater when he was younger and in school, he now has found a different calling.
Mark Counsuelos and Kelly Ripa brief career info
Consuelos’s career took off when he landed the role of Mateo Santos on the popular daytime soap opera All My Children(1995).
It was here that he met Kelly Ripa, who became his co-star, wife, and longtime collaborator. His work on the soap opera earned him recognition and a fanbase, setting the stage for a long television career.
He starred in the political satire web television series Alpha House(2013-2014), further demonstrating his range.
He is best known for his role as Hiram Lodge in Riverdale (2017-2023), where he portrayed a complex villain with a nuanced performance, earning him a dedicated fan following.
Ripa’s on-screen career began as a regular dancer on the television dance music show Dance Party USA(1986-1992).
Her breakthrough came with her role as Hayley Vaughan on the popular daytime soap opera All My Children in 1990. I
t was here that she met her future husband, Mark Consuelos, who played her on-screen love interest. Her performance on the show was well-received, earning her several award nominations.
She began guest-hosting in Live with Regis and Kathie Lee in 2000 alongside Regis Philbin, showcasing her natural flair for live television and engaging with audiences.
Following Kathie Lee Gifford’s departure, she became the official co-host of Live with Regis and Kathie Lee in 2001. Her chemistry with Philbin and her lively and relatable on-air persona helped to maintain and grow the show’s popularity.
Beyond All My Children, she has acted in various television series and movies, including Hope & Faith, where she played Faith Fairfield, one of the lead roles, showcasing her comedic talent.
Throughout her career, she has been acknowledged for her contributions to television, including receiving Daytime Emmy Awards for her hosting.