History of Live with Kelly and Mark in Timeline

Live with Kelly and Mark is a long-running American syndicated morning talk show, currently hosted by Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos. Executive produced by Michael Gelman, the show has been a staple since 1983 locally on WABC-TV in New York City, expanding nationwide in 1988. As of 2016, WABC produces the show, continuing the 'Live with...' format with evolving hosts over the years.

April 4, 1983: The Morning Show Premieres

On April 4, 1983, The Morning Show, co-hosted by Regis Philbin and Cyndy Garvey, premiered locally on WABC-TV in New York.

1983: Beginning of Philbin's Tenure

In 1983, Regis Philbin began his 28-year tenure on the program, which lasted until 2011.

1983: Show Formula Airs Locally

In 1983, the "Live with..." show formula began airing locally on WABC-TV in New York City.

1984: Ann Abernathy Hired as Co-Host

In 1984, Ann Abernathy was hired to co-host The Morning Show after Cyndy Garvey left.

June 24, 1985: Kathie Lee Johnson Joins The Morning Show

On June 24, 1985, Kathie Lee Johnson joined Regis Philbin as co-host of The Morning Show.

September 5, 1988: The Morning Show Becomes Live with Regis and Kathie Lee

On September 5, 1988, The Morning Show was nationally syndicated and the title was changed to Live with Regis and Kathie Lee.

1988: Show Formula Airs Nationwide

In 1988, the "Live with..." show formula began airing nationwide.

1993: Concept of the Show Discussed

In 1993, executive producer Michael Gelman explained the show's concept as being like a husband and wife chatting over coffee.

1996: Clothing Line Scandal

In 1996, Kathie Lee Gifford faced accusations that her clothing line was being run under sweatshop conditions.

1997: Frank Gifford's Affair

In 1997, Kathie Lee Gifford's husband, Frank Gifford, had an affair with a flight attendant, which made her a media target.

1997: Start of 10th Season

In the 1997–98 season, Live began its 10th season in national syndication, marking the first major set re-design since then.

July 28, 2000: Kathie Lee Gifford's Departure

On July 28, 2000, Kathie Lee Gifford made her emotional departure from Live.

November 1, 2000: Ripa Auditions for Co-Host

On November 1, 2000, Kelly Ripa auditioned for the co-host position on Live.

February 5, 2001: Ripa Announced as New Co-Host

On the morning of February 5, 2001, Regis Philbin officially announced that Kelly Ripa would replace Kathie Lee Gifford as his new permanent co-host.

February 12, 2001: Ripa's Co-Hosting Duties Begin

Kelly Ripa's co-hosting duties on Live! with Regis and Kelly began on February 12, 2001.

September 18, 2001: Show Returns After 9/11

Live! with Regis and Kelly returned on September 18, 2001, after being pre-empted for a week following the September 11 attacks on the United States.

2001: Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Hosts

In 2001, Live with Kelly and Mark won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Hosts.

2002: Live airs on WGN-TV

From 2002 through 2013, Live aired on WGN-TV in Chicago.

September 14, 2007: Gifford Appears on 20th Anniversary Special

On September 14, 2007, Kathie Lee Gifford appeared on Live! with Regis and Kelly for the show's 20th Anniversary special.

April 14, 2009: Gifford Promotes Her Book

On April 14, 2009, Kathie Lee Gifford appeared on Live! with Regis and Kelly to promote her book, Just When I Thought I'd Dropped My Last Egg: Life and Other Calamities.

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2009: Cannon Replaces Philbin

In 2009, Nick Cannon replaced Regis Philbin as the host for that year's Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade due to Philbin undergoing hip surgery.

January 18, 2011: Philbin Announces Departure

On January 18, 2011, Regis Philbin announced that he would be leaving Live!.

February 2011: Wedding Thrown on Live

In February 2011, Live threw a wedding for a couple who wrote in with reasons why they should be married on the show.

November 17, 2011: Gifford Bids Farewell to Philbin

On November 17, 2011, Kathie Lee Gifford appeared as a guest to bid farewell to Regis Philbin on his second to last show.

November 18, 2011: Philbin's Final Show

On November 18, 2011, Regis Philbin's final show on Live! aired.

November 21, 2011: Seinfeld Co-Hosts

On November 21, 2011, Jerry Seinfeld was the first of many to join Kelly Ripa at the co-host desk after Regis Philbin's departure.

2011: Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Hosts

In 2011, Live with Kelly and Mark won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Hosts.

2011: Oprah Concludes run

In 2011, Oprah concluded its run on television.

April 2012: New Set Debuts

In April 2012, Live! debuted a new set described as a "contemporary downtown-style loft, spacious and yet maintaining the studio's warmth and intimacy."

July 2012: Top Contenders for Co-Host

In July 2012, People magazine reported that Meyers, Groban, and Strahan were the top three contenders to replace Philbin as co-host.

September 4, 2012: Strahan Introduced as Permanent Co-Host

On September 4, 2012, Michael Strahan was introduced as Kelly Ripa's permanent co-host on Live!.

2012: Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Hosts

In 2012, Live with Kelly and Mark won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Hosts.

September 2013: Live Airs on All ABC Owned Stations

In September 2013, Live started airing in a morning timeslot on all ABC-owned stations.

2015: Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Hosts

In 2015, Live with Kelly and Mark won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Hosts.

January 19, 2016: Show Renewed Through 2019-2020 Season

On January 19, 2016, Live With Kelly & Michael was renewed through at least the 2019–2020 season.

April 19, 2016: Announcement of Strahan's Departure

On April 19, 2016, it was announced that Michael Strahan would leave Live to join Good Morning America full-time.

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April 25, 2016: Guest Co-Hosts to Fill In

Following the announcement of Michael Strahan's departure, ABC announced on April 19, 2016, that Live would have guest co-hosts through April 25, 2016.

April 26, 2016: Ripa Returns and Addresses Strahan's Exit

On April 26, 2016, Kelly Ripa returned to Live and addressed the reception to Michael Strahan's exit and ABC's continued commitment to the series.

May 13, 2016: Strahan's Final Episode

Michael Strahan's final episode on Live occurred on May 13, 2016, and featured flashback moments from his four years co-hosting the show.

May 16, 2016: Ripa Begins Second Era as Single Host

On May 16, 2016, Kelly Ripa began the second era of her Live career as a single host, with Jimmy Kimmel joining her as her first guest co-host.

2016: Production by WABC

As of 2016, Live with Kelly and Mark is produced by WABC.

2016: Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Hosts

In 2016, Live with Kelly and Mark won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Hosts.

May 1, 2017: Seacrest Announced as New Co-Host

On May 1, 2017, it was announced that Ryan Seacrest would succeed Michael Strahan as the new permanent co-host of Live, after a yearlong syndicated co-host search.

September 5, 2017: Show's Look Updated

On September 5, 2017, Live updated the show's look with a new, modern logo, modifications to the studio, and a brand-new show opener.

2019: Show Renewal

On January 19, 2016, Live With Kelly & Michael was renewed through at least the 2019–2020 season.

March 2020: Show Broadcasts Remotely

In March 2020, Live began broadcasting remotely from the hosts' homes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

August 26, 2020: Season 33 Premiere Announced

On August 26, 2020, it was announced that the 33rd season of Live would premiere on September 7, with the show returning to its New York City studio the next day.

2020: Show Renewal

On January 19, 2016, Live With Kelly & Michael was renewed through at least the 2019–2020 season.

February 16, 2023: Seacrest Announces Departure

On February 16, 2023, Ryan Seacrest announced that he would be leaving Live in the spring, with Mark Consuelos announced as his replacement.

April 2023: Ripa and Consuelos Host

In April 2023, Kelly Ripa and her husband, Mark Consuelos, became the hosts of the show.

April 2025: Show Relocation to Hudson Square

In April 2025, Live with Kelly and Mark moved from the ABC Broadcast Center to a new facility in the Hudson Square neighborhood, which was built by Disney to replace the ABC Broadcast Center and Times Square Studios.