NJ's Kelly Ripa Getting New Co-Host On Morning Talk Show — Her Husband

New Jersey native and longtime television personality Kelly Ripa will be getting a new co-host on her morning ABC talkshow.

Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest on "Live With Kelly and Ryan."
Photo Credit: *ABC/Lorenzo Bevilaqua*

Cecilia Levine

02/16/2023 12:08 p.m.

Ryan Seacrest announced on the Thursday, Feb. 15 episode of "Live with Kelly and Ryan" that he'll be departing the show.

His replacement? Mark Consuelos.

Seacrest called the move a "tough, tough decision," and noted he initially planned for a three-year stint. But, that turned to six years of co-hosting alongside Camden County's Ripa.

Seacrest promised he'll be back to fill in when needed.

Kelly was raised in Camden County where her father serves as the Democratic County Clerk, a position he's held since 2009.

Kelly graduated from Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees, where she was a cheerleader. She went on to study psychology at Camden County College but dropped out to pursue acting, landing roles as Hayley Vaughan "All My Children" and Faith Fairfield on "Hope & Faith."

Kelly and Mark eloped in May 1996 and share three children together. Kelly's morning ABC talkshow will rebrand as "Live With Kelly and Mark."

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