When did Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos’ relationship first begin? Timeline explored as stars recall their reunion on 'Live' after a breakup

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos have one of Hollywood’s longest-lasting and most celebrated love stories. From meeting on the set of All My Children to co-hosting Live with Kelly and Mark, their relationship has lasted nearly three decades, filled with romance, adversity, and work together.

Just recently, they were all over the papers again as they said goodbye to the longtime Live studio, a testament not only to their career but also to the new chapter of their lives. Let's look back at the timeline of their romance and the major milestones that brought them together and kept them going strong.

1995: A Fortuitous Encounter on the Set of All My Children

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos met in 1995 when Consuelos auditioned to play Mateo Santos on the soap opera All My Children. Their chemistry was immediate, and Ripa, who had already joined the cast as Hayley Vaughan, felt a strong connection with him.

Their on-screen chemistry soon became a reality, and fans were delighted when Consuelos began dating the star shortly after he joined the show.

1996: A Short Separation and an Unexpected Wedding

But despite their close bond, Ripa and Consuelos hit a rough patch and temporarily ended their relationship in April 1996. Their separation was short-lived, however.

The couple then reunited while visiting the Live with Regis and Kathie Lee studio for a special segment for Mother’s Day. They were so emotional that it made them realize they wanted to be together, and one day later — on May 1, 1996 — they eloped to Las Vegas.

1997-2003: Building a Family

In June 1997, the couple became parents for the first time when they welcomed Michael Joseph Consuelos. Their family continued to expand over the following years, including their daughter, Lola Grace, in June 2001 and their youngest son, Joaquin Antonio, in February 2003.

Although they were nodding their heads to the grind of juggling their arduous careers and raising their children, Ripa and Consuelos refused to abandon their bond.

2011: Ripa's Big Career Change

Kelly Ripa has been the permanent co-host of Live since 2011, when Regis Philbin retired. She inherited the morning talk show, and her husband became a guest co-host, securing their screen partnership.

2023: Mark Consuelos Takes Over Live

Then, in 2023 came a full circle moment: Mark Consuelos took the plunge and made things official, joining Kelly Ripa as her permanent co-host on Live after Ryan Seacrest’s departure. The professional partnership attracted fans who appreciated their homey chemistry and easy banter.

2024: The End of the Live Studio

It was the end of an era: After 37 years, Live vacated its longtime studio. Ripa and Consuelos said an emotional farewell to the place where so many of their memories occurred over the years. While the transition was bittersweet, it represented the end of an era and the dawn of a new chapter in their careers and family.

The Key to Their Lasting Marriage

Over the years, the couple has shared insights into their successful marriage as well. Their relationship is built on humor, respect, and a strong belief in each other’s careers. Whether collaborating on-screen or weathering the ups and downs of life, the couple is continually showing us that love and partnership can endure through the ages.

With their career getting bigger than ever, fans should expect to see more of their relationship blossom on-screen and off as they enter a new chapter of their lives. From their early days on All My Children to their reign as one of television’s favorite couples, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos are living proof that love can last in Hollywood.

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