• Name: Kelly Ripa
  • Date of Birth: October 02, 1970
  • Place of Birth: Stratford, New Jersey, USA
Mini-bio: Kelly Ripa, the bubbly, blonde, and garrulous host of Live With Regis and Kelly (formerly Live With Regis and Kathie Lee), made the leap from semi-obscurity to American icon in early 2001, when the pr... read moreoducers of that nationally syndicated daytime talk program selected her as the replacement for 15-year hostess Kathie Lee Gifford. Born October 2, 1970, to parents of mixed Irish and Italian heritage, the photogenic Ripa began her career as an actress -- first in high-school productions, then as a participant on the USA channel's Dance Party USA, and finally as a soap opera star on All My Children. Her portrayal of psychologically tortured teenager Hayley Vaughan on that program spanned 12 years, from 1990 through 2002. During her time with that series, she also met and married co-star Mark Consuelos, and eventually had several children with him. The actress' assignment on Live With Regis represented the denouement of a long, suspenseful, and nationally publicized search after Gifford withdrew in mid-2000. In the final analysis, many insiders felt that executive producer Michael Gelman and others had clearly made the right choice, for then-30-year-old Ripa's ascent to the co-host's chair helped the show reel in the highest ratings of its multi-decade run. Moreover, the program's fans asserted that the central banter between "Reege" and his hostess had never once been livelier, more entertaining or more fluid.In mid-2003, the peppy Ripa signed for another popular small-screen gig, albeit in a completely different venue: she and Faith Ford (Murphy Brown) played reunited sisters -- Ripa one of the glitterati, Ford a low-key suburban wife and mother -- on the situation comedy Hope & Faith. The program debuted that fall and lasted for three seasons. Ripa guest-hosted Saturday Night Live in November 2003; she and Regis are also frequent guests on Late Night with David Letterman. In addition to small-screen work, Ripa's resumé includes a bit part in the Muppet specials Sesame Street: Elmo's World -- Happy Holidays! and It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie, as well as the Steve Martin comedy remake Cheaper by the Dozen (2003). ~ Nathan Southern, Rovi
Post it anywhere Link it anywhere

Kelly Ripa Wiki Profile

EasyEdit tools are temporarily disabled for maintenance.
What's going on here?
Flixster members are collaborating to create the definitive resource for Kelly Ripa information on the Internet. We're adding all the images, info, and ideas that best tell this actor's unique story. To add your knowledge of Kelly Ripa, just log in and click the EasyEdit button at the top of the wiki pages. (
Click here for help.)
Replace this image with an actor photoKelly Ripa mini-bio: Kelly Ripa had been performing in her senior high school play, The Ugly Duckling, when she was approached by her current manager, Cathy Parker, who encouraged her to pursue acting. After attending new Jersey's Camden County Community College, she performed in local theater productions before joining "All My Children" (1970) in November, 1990. Kelly has received nominations for a 1993 Daytime Emmy Award and a 1993 Soap Opera Award. Kelly, is the first in her family to enter the acting profession. She had studied ballet since age three, plays the piano and, in her words, is "no Barbra Streisand", but can carry a tune. IMDb Mini Biography By: Anonymous Spouse Mark Consuelos (1 May 1996 - present) 3 children Trade Mark Known for her love of shoes, particularly high heels, as seen on "Live with Regis and Kathie Lee" (1989) (now "Live With Regis & Kelly"). Trivia Married her "All My Children" (1970) co-star, Mark Consuelos, on May 1, 1996. They have three children: sons: Michael Joseph, June 2, 1997; Joaquin Antonio, February 24, 2003, 8lbs 5oz., and daughter, Lola Grace, June 16, 2001, 8lbs 3oz. Participated in the ABC First-Ever Super Soap Weekend at Disney/MGM Studios, FL on October 19 and 20, 1996. During the 80s, when Kelly appeared on "Dance Party USA" (1986), her career goal was to be a newscaster, and she often did "Dance Party USA" (1986) cast news reports. Awarded #19 in E! Rank's Top 25 Blondes. Kelly regularly chooses to host entire episodes of "Live with Regis and Kathie Lee" (1989) barefoot. Attended Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees, New Jersey (class of 1989). Named one of E!'s "top 20 entertainers of 2001." Named one of People Magazine's "25 Most Intriguing People of 2001". Her father, Joe, was sworn in (6th January 2004) as the County Freeholder for Camden County in the state of New Jersey. The ceremony took place at the Scottish Rites Auditorium in the New Jersey city of Collingswood. She grew up in the nearby town of Voorhees. Does the narration for The Learning Channel's (TLC) "Maternity Ward" (2000/I). She and her husband, Mark Consuelos, attended Star Jones' wedding to Al Reynolds. Is a fan of "The Apprentice" (2004) and "Wife Swap" (2003). She and her husband, Mark Consuelos, attended Donald Trump's wedding to Melania Trump. Daughter of Esther Ripa and Joseph Ripa. Sister of Linda Ripa. Announced on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2006 that she is 3/4 Italian and 1/4 Irish. Her father is full Italian American and her mother is Italian and Irish American. Ranked as #85 in FHM's "100 Sexiest Women in the World 2005" special supplement. (2005) Her father, Joe, is a Camden County Freeholder (New Jersey version of a County Commissioner.) He was first elected in 2002. In September 2006, she was involved in two attempts to break the Guinness World Record for Most Custard Pies Thrown in One Minute during segments on Live with Regis & Kelly. She was on the receiving end when NASCAR driver Matt Kenseth initially broke the record with 17 pies thrown. The following day, Kelly herself broke that record, throwing 22 pies at Wilmer Valderrama. Former high school cheerleader. Named #81 in FHM magazine's "100 Sexiest Women in the World 2006" supplement. (2006). Kelly is a very big fan of Madonna. Ranked #85 on the Maxim magazine Hot 100 of 2007 list.

VITAL STATS

Kelly Ripa Information:
Eye color:
Height:
Nickname(s):
Notable feature(s):
Education:
Family:
Resides in:
Religious affiliations:
Political affiliation:
Personal interests/hobbies:
Charities/Causes:
Other:



Kelly Ripa at LocateTV.com

Facts

No facts approved yet. Be the first

Kelly Ripa Trivia

  • Who played Faith Fairfeild in Hope and Faith  Answer »
  • "Which actress was named, Faith Fairfeild in what show?"  Answer »

Actor Quizzes

Kelly Ripa Quizzes

No quizzes for Kelly Ripa. Want to create one?