Kelly Ripa Biography
Kelly Ripa is an American actress and talk show host best known for her role as Hayley Vaughan on the ABC soap opera “All My Children” and as the co-host of the syndicated morning show “Live! with Kelly and Mark” since 2001. She also starred in the sitcom “Hope & Faith” and co-founded the production company Milojo with her husband, Mark Consuelos. Ripa has earned multiple Daytime Emmy Awards for her work on “Live!” and is regarded as one of the most influential figures in media.
Kelly Ripa’s age and birthday
Ripa was born on October 2, 1970, in Stratford, New Jersey, making her a Libra.
Kelly Ripa’s height and weight
Ripa stands at 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm) tall, weighs 50 kg (110 pounds), and has a petite, slim build. Her body measurements are 33-24-33 inches (84-61-84 cm), and she wears a bra size of 32A, a shoe size of 7 (US), and a dress size of 2 (US). She has blue eyes and blonde hair, which further enhance her overall appearance.
Kelly Ripa’s educational background
Ripa attended Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees Township, New Jersey, where she was a cheerleader and received encouragement from her drama teacher to explore acting. She later enrolled at Camden County College to study psychology but left college to pursue an acting career in New York City.
Kelly Ripa’s spouse and children
Ripa is married to Mark Consuelos, whom she met while working on the soap opera “All My Children” and wed in May 1996. They have three children: Michael Consuelos, born on June 2, 1997, who is an actor known for his roles in “Riverdale” and other TV shows; Lola Consuelos, born on June 16, 2001, who studied music at New York University; and Joaquin Consuelos, born on February 24, 2003, who is attending the University of Michigan and is a member of the wrestling team.
Kelly Ripa parents and siblings
Ripa’s parents are Joseph Ripa, a veteran who served in the army around 1958, and Esther Ripa, whom he met at Cooper University Hospital in New Jersey. They have been married since April 1962. Kelly has one sibling, Linda Ripa, born on December 3, 1968, who was formerly a model and actress and is now an author. Linda is also the mother of three children: Sergio, Gianna, and Gigli.
Kelly Ripa career
Ripa’s career began with national TV exposure as a regular dancer on “Dancin’ on Air” in 1986, followed by a continuation of her dancing on “Dance Party USA.” She then transitioned into acting, gaining fame with her role as Hayley Vaughan on “All My Children,” which she played from 1990 to 2002, with a brief return in 2010. She further showcased her acting skills as Faith Fairfield on the sitcom “Hope & Faith” from 2003 to 2006.
In the realm of talk show hosting, Kelly Ripa joined Regis Philbin on “Live! with Regis and Kelly” in 2001 after Kathie Lee Gifford’s departure. She co-hosted “Live! with Kelly and Michael” alongside Michael Strahan from 2012 to 2016, then “Live! with Kelly and Ryan” with Ryan Seacrest from 2017 to 2023. Currently, she co-hosts “Live! with Kelly and Mark” with her husband, Mark Consuelos.
In addition to her TV career, Kelly co-founded Milojo Productions with her husband. Her influence in the media industry was recognized in 2014 when she was named one of the Most Powerful People in Media by The Hollywood Reporter.
Kelly Ripa net worth and salary
Kelly Ripa’s net worth is estimated at approximately $120 million, with an annual salary of around $22 million from her role as co-host on “Live With Kelly and Mark.”
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