Attending a daytime TV soap opera audition can sometimes lead to one of Hollywood’s most enduring love stories. Today, we will discuss various aspects of Kelly and Mark’s relationship, including when Mark’s jealousy caused them to part ways.

From the day they met in 1995 to the present, Ripa and Consuelos have often been seen as the perfect Hollywood couple. While Kelly was captivated by a photograph of Mark, their connection didn’t seem as immediate and profound as one might expect, as his primary focus was securing the role.

Mark Consuelos was considered for the role of Kelly Ripa’s love interest on the TV show All My Children in February 1995. The two actors enjoyed working together and getting to know each other, which led to a romantic relationship and eventually cohabitation.

In 1996, paparazzi spotted them together while filming in Jamaica, fueling media speculation that they were a couple. They made their first public appearance on the red carpet shortly after. In April 1996, less than a year into their relationship, Kelly and Mark planned to get married. However, before the wedding, they split for a brief period.

Kelly explained, “Shortly before we got married, we parted ways. We separated for a time but ultimately chose to reunite. The day before our elopement, we decided to part once again. We eventually chose to marry more privately and personally in Vegas.”

One year, one month, and one day after their marriage on June 2, 1997, the couple welcomed their first child, Michael Joseph Consuelos. Following in his distinguished parents’ footsteps, Michael pursued a career in the performing arts, appearing in productions such as *The Bensonhurst Spelling Bee*, *The Goldbergs*, and *Let’s Get Physical* (2022). The couple later welcomed another son, Joaquin, on February 24, 2003.

In 2007, Kelly and Mark started their own production company, Milojo, combining the first two letters of their children’s names: Michael, Lola, and Joaquin. In addition to their successful production company, Kelly has been fortunate enough to earn $22 million annually as the host of *Live with Kelly*. She is worth $120 million, while Mark’s worth is approximately $40 million.

In 2022, just before Kelly turned 50, she revealed her husband’s exceptional talent, saying he can make her feel like she’s the only person in the world. She also mentioned that he has the best smile she’s ever seen, making her feel like the sun is shining on her.

Ripa shared insights into the dynamics of her relationship with Mark, acknowledging their challenges as a couple. She emphasized their efforts to maintain a healthy balance in their relationship, including spending quality time together, respecting each other’s personal space, and persevering through difficulties.