Kelly Ripa sparked conversation after her husband, Mark Consuelos, posted a photo of her in a bikini during their tropical vacation. The image showed Ripa confidently wearing a sun hat and two-piece swimsuit, drawing admiration and criticism alike.
Consuelos captioned the photo “The sexy one,” clearly proud of his wife. However, some social media users criticized Ripa’s choice to wear a bikini at age 47, suggesting she should “cover up” due to her age.
One commenter argued that while Kelly is beautiful, there should be limits on “age-appropriate” clothing. They felt just because she could wear a bikini didn’t mean she should.
Another critic lamented that fame had changed Ripa, saying she was “not the sweet Kelly” fans remembered from her early days with Regis Philbin.
Despite negative comments, many fans defended Ripa, applauding her confidence and pushing back against judgmental remarks. They emphasized that women should not be shamed for embracing their bodies at any age.
One supporter urged people to stop women judging other women, praising Kelly’s appearance and self-assurance. Another told Consuelos that critics were projecting their insecurities and encouraged him to keep celebrating their love.
Consuelos was undeterred by the backlash. He doubled down by sharing more photos of Ripa on Instagram Stories, even captioning one with a bold “Yep,” reinforcing his support.
This was not the couple’s first encounter with online critics. Earlier in the year, Ripa posted a throwback from 2008 featuring the couple dressed up. While fans loved the nostalgia, a troll mocked Consuelos’ height.
Consuelos responded with humor, inviting advice on how to appear taller. Ripa joined the banter, playfully commenting, “He’s tall where it counts.”
Married for over 20 years, Ripa and Consuelos share a strong bond and have raised three children: Michael (20), Lola (16), and Joaquin (15). Their playful approach to criticism reveals their confidence and unity.
For Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, love and self-assurance remain their best defense against negativity and online haters.
