Kelly Ripa on Who She'd Want to Co-Host 'Live' Besides Ryan Seacrest

Kelly Ripa isn’t going to let Kathie Lee Gifford just say whatever she wants!

Andy Cohen is single and ready to mingle.

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos have one of the longest and happiest marriages in showbiz, but if it wasn't for the Riverdale star's boldness, it may not have happened. The couple co-hosted Live with Kelly and Ryan on Friday, and revealed the way Mark declared his love for his wife before they were even dating. MORE: Kelly Ripa's daughter Lola shares sun-drenched photo after launching music careerKelly and Mark were chatting on-air about the first time he told her she was 'the one'.WATCH: Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos' love story The former All My Children co-stars were at the Daytime Emmys but both had alternative dates. Mark was there with his sister, and Kelly had a boyfriend! The father-of-three confessed that although they weren't together he knew that he was "madly in love with this woman," but the situation was "complicated".MORE: Kelly Ripa shares rare family photo – and fans can't get over one thingMORE: Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos' son lives a very different life to his famous parentsHe then revealed the very bold way he approached his now-wife with his feelings. A post shared by LIVE with Kelly and Ryan (@livekellyandryan)Kelly and Mark discussed the first time he told her he loved her "I wanted to deliver a message without anyone else knowing," he said. "I grab a glass and ask.

Kelly Ripa loves nothing more than being a mom and has given many insights into her family life in her new book, Live Wire.MORE: Kelly Ripa's daughter Lola shares sun-drenched photo after launching music careerThe TV personality shares three grown-up children with husband Mark Consuelos, and the couple became empty nesters last year after their youngest, Joaquin, flew the nest.Their firstborn, Michael, meanwhile, has been living away from home for three years now, and recently opened up about just how different his life was during an appearance on his mom's show, Live with Kelly and Ryan.VIDEO: Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos' love story The aspiring actor swapped the Upper East Side for Bushwick, Brooklyn, and discussed all during the chat show. "You've been out of the nest for how long?" Ryan Seacrest asked the 25-year-old.MORE: Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos' son lives a very different life to his famous parentsMORE: Kelly Ripa's time off Live involves spending time with her family at their stunning vacation home"Three years now in Brooklyn, it's been great," Michael replied. "Do you miss us? What's it like out there in Brooklyn?" Kelly asked."It's been great, it feels free.

Rumor patrol. Andy Cohen exclusively spoke to Us Weekly about the speculation that he might retire from Bravo.

Did Kelly Ripa strike gold when Ryan Seacrest signed on to co-host "Live! with Kelly and Ryan" in 2017? Ripa sparked backlash recently for bashing the late "Live!" patriarch Regis Philbin in her first memoir, claiming the legendary broadcaster made her life incredibly difficult behind scenes. She added insult to injury by admitting their communication was almost entirely nonexistent when he retired in 2011.

Kelly Ripa and Regis Philbin worked together for nearly a decade as hosts of "Live! with Regis and Kelly," and the daytime television talk show host didn't mince words while jotting down a few memories of her tumultuous relationship with the legendary broadcaster in her first memoir, "Live Wire: Long-Winded Short Stories." Ripa's written recollection of their time together on-and-off camera has been met with criticism from fans and foes, including former "Live!" host Kathie Lee Gifford, who admitted she won't be reading the essays, possibly as a subtle homage to her "great friend." In Ripa's new book, she wrote about having trouble working with Philbin, how she was not allowed to use her own hair and makeup team, and didn't receive a wardrobe budget.The former "All My Children" star also shared that her name "had to be smaller than Regis's name on the "Live!" title card and branding.  She noted that receiving the offer to host the popular live show came with a warning, "They want to make sure you know who your boss is." Ripa went on to explain that after Philbin retired in 2011, they never had a relationship outside the studio and only socialized on rare occasions.  Kelly Ripa and Regis Philbin may have had difficulties working together, but Ripa also seemed to find problems in the workplace with Michael Strahan and Ryan Seacrest. (Getty Images) And Ripa possibly learned a thing or two from her late protégé.  Her former co-host, Michael Strahan, was notably missing from her book despite having been by her side on "Live!" for four years beginning in 2012.

Kelly Ripa has a happy marriage and three children who have all now flown the nest, however, she currently has an extra couple of guests in her palatial New York townhouse... her parents. The star has had a role reversal with her mom, Esther, and dad, Joseph, now living with her and husband, Mark Consuelos.MORE: Kelly Ripa's daughter Lola is an all-natural beauty in stunning beach photoKelly addressed the shift in living situations while promoting her debut book, Live Wire, in NYC when she told guests the reason behind the move. WATCH: Kelly Ripa calls her father a 'breakout' star The mom-of-three explained that due to her mom's recent heart surgery, her parents had opted to temporarily call Kelly's pad, their home. And with a price tag of $27million, we're pretty sure they'll feel very comfortable indeed. SEE: Inside Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos' stunning $27m New York townhouseMORE: Kelly Ripa pays heartfelt tribute to David Muir in Live WireEsther underwent a heart procedure in September and while Kelly said she "did great," it's comforting for the star to be able to ensure her mom is taken good care of.  Kelly's parents are staying with her in New York When chatting on her show Live with Kelly and Ryan though, Kelly did admit her mom was the "worst patient," but added an adorable post-surgery story about her parents. At the time, Kelly told her co-host, Ryan Seacrest: "I will say this, we were [at the hospital] late last night and very early this morning.

Kelly Ripa's lookalike daughter, Lola, made a rare appearance on social media on Monday when her dad, Mark Consuelos, posted a beachside snapshot of her on Instagram.The Riverdale actor was wishing family friend, Jake Shears, a happy birthday and did so with a sweet photo of his daughter hugging the singer-songwriter. MORE: David Muir's birthday tribute to close friend Kelly Ripa is too cute to missLola looked fresh-faced and naturally gorgeous as she smiled for the camera while wrapped in a towel.WATCH: David Muir and Kelly Ripa's friendship - everything we knowHer long hair was still wet from the water and the location looked like a tropical paradise. Mark simply captioned the image: "Happy Birthday @jakeshears," before adding more pictures of his famous pal.MORE: Kelly Ripa reveals how she feared divorce after 26 years of marriage to Mark ConseulosMORE: Kelly Ripa shows off incredible physique in head-turning mini dressKelly is incredibly close to Lola and her other children, Joaquin and Michael too.  Kelly and Mark's daughter has launched a singing careerShe recently opened up about her daughter's reaction to reading some of the extracts from her debut book, Live WireKelly has detailed drama that occurred during the early years of her working on Live!, and her daughter was surprised to find out why her mom didn't just quit.SEE: Inside Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos' stunning $27m New York townhouseMORE: Kelly Ripa pays heartfelt tribute to David Muir in Live WireThe popular TV star has been with the ABC daytime show since 2000, working with the late Regis Philbin, followed by Michael Strahan and as of 2017, Ryan Seacrest.

Mark Consuelos has a risqué birthday shout-out for his wife, Kelly Ripa! On Sunday, the star celebrated the host on Instagram. “Happy Birthday Sexy!!! What a year of accomplishments. So proud of you.❤️❤️❤️,” Consuelos wrote next to a series of pictures of the birthday girl.  The photo carousel led with a picture of Ripa leaning on a piano, followed by photos of Ripa and Consuelos at dinner, taking in the views during a picnic and of course, showing a little PDA. A post shared by Mark Consuelos (@instasuelos)Ripa’s other leading man, Ryan Seacrest, took to his social media to also share birthday wishes.

Kelly Ripa discussed her new book, revealing that the chapters dedicated to her former co-host, the late Regis Philbin, were the hardest to write. While appearing on "Watch What Happens Live" on Thursday, showrunner Andy Cohen discussed the controversy surrounding Philbin, saying that Philbin was never invited back to the show after he left, which Ripa addressed in her book, "Live Wire: Long-Winded Short Stories." "Live! With Regis and Kelly" ran from 2001-2011. (James Devaney/WireImage) "You became a real target," Cohen said, to which Ripa replied, "I still am.

Kelly Ripa and her husband Mark Consuelos have had some fun times over the years, but her recent retelling of one of their adventures left their fans speechless.MORE: Kelly Ripa divides fans with very cheeky alternative book coverOn an episode of Live with Kelly and Ryan, she recounted an incident that occurred when the couple were filming a show in Las Vegas when their three kids were still quite young.VIDEO: Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos' Love Story"Mark and I were…drinky-drinky, happy-happy," she recalled with a shy grin, although things started to go hilariously downhill from there."We go to our room. We had a babysitter, we went out for the night and they order room service.

Kelly Ripa is gushing over her husband. ET's Rachel Smith spoke with the 51-year-old morning show host ahead of the release of her new book and she explained why she dedicated to her husband, Mark Consuelos.«I think of this book really as a love letter to Mark. That’s why I dedicated the book to him, because he really has walked through most of my adult life with me,» she tells ET.

A candid approach. Kelly Ripa did not hold back about her personal or professional life in her new book, Live Wire: Long-Winded Short Stories.

Kelly Ripa may be known for her bubbly television personality and years spent in front of crowds and cameras. Now, though, in her new book, she opens up about the anxiety that lies beneath. «I have a severe case of social anxiety disorder, and I tend to say awkward or inappropriate things when under duress,» Ripa admits in her new book,. «People think that because I’m an extrovert on television I am one in real life.