Kelly Ripa is an American actress and talk show host, best known for her roles as Hayley Vaughan on the soap opera, All My Children, and Faith Fairfield on the sitcom, Hope & Faith.
She began her television career as a dancer on Dancin’ on Air and Dance Party USA before transitioning to acting.
Ripa gained national exposure with her role on All My Children, which she played from 1990 to 2002 and briefly reprised in 2010.
In 2001, she became the co-host of the syndicated morning talk show, Live! with Kelly and Mark, where she has demonstrated her talent for engaging conversation, wit and charisma.
| Net worth | $120 million |
| Date of birth | October 2, 1970 |
| Profession | Actress, talk show show |
| Nationality | American |
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Background
Ripa was born on October 2, 1970, in Stratford, New Jersey, to Esther, a homemaker and Joseph Ripa, a labor-union president and bus driver.
She is the daughter of a bus driver and labor union president and began studying ballet at the age of three.
Ripa has an older sister, Linda Ripa, and grew up in a loving and supportive family that encouraged her artistic pursuits.
Her parents, Joseph and Esther Ripa, met at Cooper University Hospital in New Jersey, where they both worked.
They have been married since 1962 and have been a significant influence on Kelly’s life, teaching her the value of hard work, gratitude and positivity.
Ripa’s parents have been married for over 60 years, and she celebrated their anniversary with a sweet post on Instagram in 2022.
Net worth
Ripa’s net worth of $120 million is a result of her successful career in the entertainment industry, primarily as an actress and television host.
She began her career as a dancer on local TV gigs and gained national exposure through Dancin’ on Air and Dance Party USA.
Ripa’s acting career took off with her role as Hayley Vaughan on the soap opera All My Children, which she played for 12 years.
In 2001, she became the co-host of the syndicated morning talk show Live! with Regis and Kelly, a position she has held for over two decades, earning six Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards for Outstanding Talk Show Host.
Live with Kelly and Mark salary
Ripa’s annual salary of $22 million on Live with Kelly and Mark is a reflection of her talent, charisma and the show’s success.
The talk show, which is syndicated and airs on several networks, has been a staple of daytime television for over two decades.
Ripa’s co-host, Mark Consuelos, joined her in 2017, replacing Michael Strahan.
The couple’s chemistry and engaging conversations have contributed to the show’s popularity, leading to high viewership and advertising revenue.
As a result, Ripa’s salary reflects her significant role in the show’s success and her influence in the media industry.
Milojo
Milojo Productions is a New York-based production company owned by Ripa and her husband, Mark Consuelos, named after their three children, Michael, Lola and Joaquin.
The company has produced non-scripted series for various networks, including Disney+, Bravo, Oxygen, Lifetime, Logo, VH1, E!, CMT, HGTV, WeTV, TLC, Food Network and Discovery.
Milojo has also produced documentaries for ESPN and TLC, with two of them, The Streak and Off The Rez, premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival.
In addition to non-scripted content, Milojo has been involved in the digital space, producing web series for YouTube’s AwesomenessTV and Facebook Watch.
They have also worked on scripted projects, selling several to ABC, HBO and Freeform, and recently optioned the New York Times bestselling novel, Mexican Gothic, for development at Hulu.
Milojo also produced two Lifetime original movies, The Disappearance of Cari Farver and Let’s Get Physical, which aired in October 2022.
Real estate
Ripa and her husband own multiple properties, including a $27 million townhouse on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, a home in Telluride, Colorado and a vacation home in the Hamptons.
The couple’s New York townhouse has five bedrooms, six bathrooms and a rooftop patio with views of Manhattan.
Their Telluride home features a kitchen with mountain views and a red swing on the porch, while their Hamptons estate has an outdoor swimming pool and plenty of space for their children to explore.
The couple has also rented a property in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to be closer to their son Joaquin, who is studying at the University of Michigan.
In addition, they own a Caribbean island escape where they spent lockdown during the early days of the coronavirus pandemic.
Acting career
Ripa began her acting career by playing Hayley Vaughan on the soap opera, All My Children, for 12 years and later portrayed Faith Fairfield on Hope & Faith.
Her talent and versatility led to nominations for a 1993 Daytime Emmy Award and a 1993 Soap Opera Award.
Ripa made her film debut in Marvin’s Room in 1996 and has appeared in various TV shows and movies, showcasing her acting skills across different genres.
TV career
Ripa began her television career as a dancer on Dancin’ on Air and Dance Party USA.
She gained national exposure with her role on All My Children, which she played from 1990 to 2002.
In 2001, Ripa became the co-host of the syndicated morning talk show, Live! with Kelly and Mark, where she has demonstrated her talent for engaging conversation, wit and charisma.
Book sales
Ripa’s book, Live Wire: Long-Winded Short Stories, was released in September 2022 and quickly became a bestseller.
The book debuted at number one on the bestseller list, selling over 35,000 copies in its first week.
The memoir is a collection of relatable and honest short stories about Ripa’s life, and has been praised by fans and critics alike for its humor and authenticity.
Ripa’s debut memoir has been a success, reaching the number two spot on the New York Times bestseller list.
Awards and accolades
Ripa has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career, including the Excellence in Media Award from GLAAD in 2015 for advocating for equality.
She has been consistently recognized by The Hollywood Reporter, featuring on its Women in Entertainment Power 100 list and the 35 Most Powerful People in N.Y. Media.
In 2015, Ripa was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Additionally, she has won six Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards for Outstanding Talk Show Host and received multiple People’s Choice nominations for Favorite Talk Show Host.
Philanthropic efforts
Ripa is actively involved in philanthropic endeavors, supporting causes such as education, children’s health, ovarian cancer research and aiding homeless families.
She has supported various charities, including the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, UNICEF, Breast Cancer Research Foundation, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Love Our Children USA’s Stomp Out Bullying campaign.
Ripa has spearheaded fundraising efforts for charitable organizations, utilizing her platform to make a meaningful difference and raise awareness for important causes.
Personal life
Ripa is married to Mark Consuelos, an American actor, and they have three children together.
Michael was born in 1997, Lola in 2001, and Joaquin in 2003.
The couple met on the set of the soap opera, All My Children, and eloped in 1996.
They have been married for over 25 years and have grown their family since then.
Their children have also pursued higher education, with Michael and Lola attending New York University and Joaquin attending the University of Michigan.
The family has shared many memorable moments together, and Mark has even replaced Ryan Seacrest as Ripa’s co-host on Live with Kelly and Mark.
