Kelly Ripa, born on October 2, 1970, is an artist who specializes in dance, talk shows, acting, and television production. Faith Fairfield on the ABC sitcom ‘Hope & Faith’ and Hayley Vaughan on the ABC daytime soap opera ‘All My Children’ are two of Ripa’s most notable roles in acting. Since 2001, Ripa has been working with Kelly and Ryan to produce the morning talk show ‘Live With Kelly and Ryan’. Milojo, a production company based in New York, is owned by Ripa and her husband, Mark Consuelos. In 2014, The Hollywood Reporter named her among the ‘Most Powerful People in Media.’
| Real Name/Full Name | Kelly Maria Ripa |
| Date Of Birth | 2 October 1970 |
| Age | 54 years old |
| Birthplace | Stratford, New Jersey, United States. |
| Nationality | American |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Zodiac sign | Libra |
| Height | 5 feet 3 inch |
| Weight | 55 kg |
| Spouse | Mark Consuelos |
| Children | Lola, Michael Joseph, and Joaquin Antonio Consuelos. |
| Siblings | Linda Ripa. |
| Profession | Actress, and Media Personality. |
| Net worth | $120 Million. |
Biography
On October 2, 1970, Kelly Ripa became a famous media personality in Stratford, New Jersey. Esther Ripa, who happened to be her mother, is a stay-at-home mom, and her father, Joseph Ripa, a labor union president and bus driver, is responsible for her upbringing. Her younger sister, Linda Ripa, is an author of children’s books. Berlin, New Jersey was the place where Kelly Ripa grew up.
Kelly Ripa’s studies in psychology at Camden County College were interrupted by her move to New York City to pursue her career as an actress.
Personal Life
May 1, 1996 marks the start of Kelly Ripa’s marriage to actor Mark Consuelos. In 1995, the couple made a connection while working together on the soap opera All My Children, in which they both played significant roles. Kelly and Mark’s marriage has not changed since their elopement and they have been blessed with three children, Michael Joseph Consuelos, who was born in 1997. 2001 marked the start of Lola Consuelos’s life, and 2003 marked the beginning of Joaquin Antonio Consuelos’s.
Kelly Ripa and Vincent Young had a relationship between 1994 and 1995.
Career
At the age of 19, Kelly Ripa became a member of a ballet dancing group. Dance Party USA was offered to her during the process. At a certain point, she attended Camden Community College in New Jersey where she performed in local theaters. She appeared on All My Children, an ABC drama, in 1990.
She portrayed the character for 12 years before ending it in 2002, but came back briefly in 2010 for two episodes to celebrate the soap opera’s 40th anniversary. The role of Faith Fairfield was played by Kelly Ripa in ABC’s Hope & Faith in 2003.
In addition to her role as a television host, Kelly Ripa has also displayed her acting skills on the big screen. In 1999, she appeared in The Bachelor and other notable films, showcasing her acting range in memorable cameos. Her performance in The Wedding Planner in 2001 helped her establish her status on the big screen by captivating fans. Ripa’s latest silver screen appearance, The Stand-In, was released in 2020, and proved that her talents can be transferred to other forms of entertainment.
The relationship began as a temporary one, but soon she became a permanent employee at Kathie Lee Gifford. Regis and Kelly’s personalities were a perfect match. After Philbin retired in 2011, Kelly assumed all the roles on the morning show. Eventually, it was modified to ‘Live!’ With Kelly.” She was recognized with an Emmy in 2012.
In addition to her acting career, Ripa also has a production company called Milojo, which she owns. She has been successful in producing television shows like Hope and Faith and The Chicks in the Office through Milojo.
Filmography
Movies
- The Stand-In (2020)
- Work Wife (2021)
- The Prince (2021) (voice)
- Home Economics (2022)
TV Series
- All My Children (1990-2002, 2010)
- Hope & Faith (2003-2006)
- Live! with Kelly and Ryan (2001-present)
- Saturday Night Live (2003)
- The View (2001)
- American Housewife (2019)
- Riverdale (2019)
- Famous in Love (2018)
- Nightcap (2016)
- The Jim Gaffigan Show (2015)
- Nashville (2015)
- Broad City (2014)
- Sharknado 2: The Second One (2014)
- The Bensonhurst Spelling Bee (2013)
- 30 Rock (2012)
- Hannah Montana (2008)
- Hope & Faith: A Holiday To Remember (2005)
- The Wonderful World of Disney: The Music Man (2003)
- The Great Buck Howard (2008)
- Delgo (2008)
- Batman: Mystery of the Batwoman (2003)
- Marvin’s Room (1996)
Net Worth
According to estimates, Kelly Ripa has a net worth of $120 million. Her experience includes working in television, theater, and radio, with credits including All My Children, Live! with Regis and Kelly, and Strahan, Sara, and Keke. Her wealth has grown over the years due to the salaries she earned from TV shows, endorsements, and other business endeavors.
Social Media
| Platform | Username | Followers/Subscribers |
| @kellyripa | 3.4M | |
| X(Twitter) | @KellyRipa | 1.3M |
| Face Book | @KellyRipa | 647K |
