During a recent episode of "Live with Kelly and Mark," Kelly Ripa drew attention with her playful commentary on her husband and co-host Mark Consuelos's attire. Consuelos, 55, appeared on the show wearing a form-fitting white shirt that accentuated his muscles, prompting Ripa, also 55, to remark on its snug fit.
"Speaking of Hump Day, my goodness, look at you," Ripa said to Consuelos during the broadcast, her comments accompanied by laughter from both hosts. Consuelos acknowledged the shirt was "a little tight," joking that it fit him perfectly just a month prior. Ripa responded, "Well, a month off will do that to a person," before adding in a flirty tone, "You look amazing, I’m not complaining, not complaining."
The conversation about the shirt continued later in the episode, with Ripa quipping, "If you think those are tight, you should see the pants." The exchange between the couple was later shared on the official "Live with Kelly and Mark" Instagram page, where viewers also expressed admiration for Consuelos's appearance.
Comments from fans included praise for his physique and his choice of clothing. One user wrote, "He looked amazing. He always does, but his vacation tan and that white outfit with his muscles. Whew!" Another commenter added, "I think he looked fabulous! He works out and he should be proud!"
The couple returned to host their show for its 39th season on Tuesday, September 8, following a summer break. In late July, Ripa had undergone gum graft surgery, a procedure she discussed on her podcast "Let’s Talk Off Camera." She explained that she had damaged her gums from over-brushing and that the surgery required her to refrain from talking for ten days. Ripa mentioned she had postponed the surgery for five years but was advised by her doctor that she no longer had the luxury of time.