Childhood and Education Journey of Kelly Ripa in Timeline

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Kelly Ripa

An overview of the childhood and early education of Kelly Ripa, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Kelly Ripa is an American actress and prominent talk show host, best known for co-hosting the syndicated morning show Live! since 2001. Over the years, she has shared the hosting duties with well-known personalities such as Regis Philbin, Michael Strahan, Ryan Seacrest, and currently her husband, Mark Consuelos. Her consistent presence and engaging personality have made her a staple in daytime television.

October 2, 1970: Kelly Ripa's Birth

On October 2, 1970, Kelly Maria Ripa was born. She would later become a well-known American actress and talk show host.

1995: Meeting Mark Consuelos

In 1995, Kelly Ripa met Mark Consuelos, her co-star on All My Children.

May 1, 1996: Elopement

On May 1, 1996, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos eloped.

June 2, 1997: Birth of Michael Joseph

On June 2, 1997, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos's first child, Michael Joseph, was born.

1999: Sister's Accident

In 1999, Kelly Ripa's sister, Linda, was almost killed by a drunk driver, which motivated Ripa's involvement with Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

June 16, 2001: Birth of Lola Grace

On June 16, 2001, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos's second child, Lola Grace, was born.

February 24, 2003: Birth of Joaquin Antonio

On February 24, 2003, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos's third child, Joaquin Antonio, was born.

September 15, 2006: Guinness World Record

On September 15, 2006, Kelly Ripa broke the Guinness World Record as twenty-four banana-cream pies were tossed at her mouth in one minute, as part of a Guinness World Record Breaker theme week on Live!.

June 2009: Father's Role as County Clerk

In June 2009, Kelly Ripa's father became the county clerk for Camden County.

September 16, 2011: Guinness World Record Attempt

On September 16, 2011, Kelly Ripa attempted to break the Guinness World Record for Most Grapes Trodden in 1 Minute, extracting 8.4 litres, but did not ultimately hold the new record.

2011: Misophonia Revelation

In 2011, Kelly Ripa revealed she had misophonia.

2013: Bought Townhouse

In 2013, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos bought a townhouse on East 76th Street for $27 million.

2015: Sold SoHo Home

In 2015, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos sold their home on Crosby Street in SoHo, Manhattan, for $20 million and moved to a townhouse on East 76th Street.