It’s the question that’s been on everyone’s minds: Is Kelly Ripa leaving Live!? After more than 20 years as the beloved host of the morning talk show, the possibility of her retirement has left fans wondering what the future holds for the show.
In a recent interview with wellness outlet The Purist, Ripa revealed that she’s “thinking about retirement with great interest.” However, the TV personality also admitted that she’s not ready to make any major changes just yet.
“I think the risk-averse quality I have is probably the reason I stayed with the same job for so long,” Ripa explained. “Other offers come along, but I like to stick with what I know. Having said that, I don’t intend to work at this job for the rest of my life. I do talk about retirement with great interest, but right now I’m very happy, especially working with Mark.”
For those worried about the future of Live!, fear not. Ripa and her husband of 27 years, Mark Consuelos, have been a dynamic duo on the show since his full-time co-hosting duties began earlier this year.
“We met almost 30 years ago working together, and we always had a great working relationship,” Ripa said of her husband. “I love Mark more than I can articulate. He’s a proper person. He’s just a gentleman. He knows who he is. He is confident and kind and unassuming and very humble. He is irreverent. He understands the absurdity, and he finds the humor in everything.”
While Ripa may be considering retirement, she’s not going anywhere just yet. For now, fans can continue to tune in to Live! to catch the dynamic host in action.
So, is it true that Kelly Ripa is leaving Live!? Not quite yet. But one thing’s for sure, whenever Ripa does decide to retire, she’ll leave behind a lasting legacy and a devoted fan base.
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