Ryan Seacrest

Ryan Seacrest is exiting "Live With Kelly and Ryan" after six years acting as Kelly Ripa's co-host. Ripa will be joined by her husband, Mark Consuelos.

“Live With Kelly and Ryan” is currently the No. Upon Seacrest’s exit, Ripa will be joined by her husband, [Mark Consuelos](https://variety.com/t/mark-consuelos/), as her new co-host and the show will be rebranded “Live With Kelly and Mark.” “Ryan’s energy, passion and love for entertainment is one-of-a-kind.”

Ryan Seacrest is stepping down from Live With Kelly and Ryan, with Kelly Ripa's husband Mark Consuelos taking his place.

“The real concept of the show, in a symbolic sense, is that they are husband and wife,” Gelman said. Having him join the show is so special for us and we’re sure that viewers will feel the same.” “Working alongside Kelly over the past six years has been a dream job and one of the highlights of my career,” Seacrest said in a statement. “They have their coffee mugs and they’re chit-chatting about what’s going on.” It’s a format that has its roots in early radio programs, such as Breakfast with the Fitzgeralds. He plans to return to the West Coast where he will continue to host ABC’s American Idol. Ryan’s energy, passion and love for entertainment is one-of-a-kind.” The syndicated show will be rebranded as Live with Kelly and Mark. He will also continue to host Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest. “She has been an amazing partner, friend, and confidant, and although we will always be a part of each other’s lives, I will miss our mornings together. It’s been a memorable ride and now I’m excited to pass the baton to Kelly’s ‘real’ husband, Mark.” You are one of my best friends,” Ripa said, adding, “The greatest part of this experience has been that you’ve gone from being a friend to a family member. “You are a gem.

Kelly Ripa will get to spend her workday with husband Mark Consuelos: Ryan Seacrest is leaving "Live with Kelly and Ryan" after six years.

[Regis Philbin](https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2020/07/25/regis-philbin-dies-who-wants-millionaire-host-kathie-lee/5511021002/) and Kathie Lee Gifford. We only know how to compromise and be together." We always are saying that when we negotiate with each other, we are only mildly disappointed in the end result and that is a success," Ripa said. ](https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/books/2022/09/27/kelly-ripa-interview-book-live-wire-regis-philbin/8115282001/) But don't worry, Ripa, who has co-hosted the daytime talk show since 2001, will soon be joined by someone she knows very well: her husband, actor Mark Consuelos. After Philbin left in 2011, a long search was conducted and Ripa was eventually joined by former NFL player Michael Strahan, although he exited in 2016 to join "Good Morning America," [stirring some controversy](https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2020/01/29/michael-strahan-kelly-ripa-live-behind-scenes-drama/4607074002/). "I'm so proud of you, and cheer you on endlessly," Ripa said to Seacrest.

After six seasons on the morning show, Seacrest announced that he will “pass the baton to Kelly's 'real' husband” this spring.

His exit led to a months-long replacement process resulting in Seacrest’s hiring [in 2017](https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2017/05/kelly-ripa-cohost-ryan-seacrest-live). Seacrest has recently been vacationing in Hawaii, as Consuelos [cohosted the Valentine’s Day episode](https://www.hellomagazine.com/celebrities/20230213164281/kelly-ripa-change-to-live-without-ryan-seacrest-joined-by-familiar-co-star/) with Ripa. [Cringey Sexcapades](https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2023/02/sumner-redstone-in-love-the-cringey-sexcapades-of-a-horny-billionaire?itm_content=footer-recirc&itm_campaign=more-great-stories-020723)of a Horny Billionaire “I would like to—in the not-too-distant future—see that somebody gets to ingratiate themselves into our audience’s life.” [Jackie Kennedy’s Wedding Dress](https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2023/01/jackie-kennedy-wedding-dress?itm_content=footer-recirc&itm_campaign=more-great-stories-020723) [Cate Blanchett’s](https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2023/02/cate-blanchett-tar-awards-insider?itm_content=footer-recirc&itm_campaign=more-great-stories-020723)Maestro Moment “As a fan-favorite guest host for years, Mark is no stranger to the Live family. [Idaho Murder Victims](https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2023/02/idaho-murders-victims-alleged-killer?itm_content=footer-recirc&itm_campaign=more-great-stories-020723)Lived and Loved “Ryan’s energy, passion and love for entertainment is one of a kind.” Ripa, who has hosted the show since 2001, first joined the series alongside the late Regis Philbin, before welcoming Michael Strahan into the fold in 2012. She has been an amazing partner, friend, and confidant, and although we will always be a part of each other’s lives, I will miss our mornings together,” Seacrest said in a statement. He’ll be replaced this spring by Mark Consuelos,

Seacrest praised the "trust and bond" he has with Ripa, who called Seacrest "family" as he also confirmed that he'll come back to guest-host across new episodes ...

"I love the fact that we get a chance to sit here every day and connect with you in your homes," Seacrest said, getting emotional during the telecast before ending his announcement with a joke. "Working alongside Kelly over the past six years has been a dream job and one of the highlights of my career," Seacrest said in a statement. Ripa joined the program in 2001, following beloved host Kathie Lee Gifford's departure from the project she helped popularize alongside Ryan's energy, passion, and love for entertainment is one-of-a-kind." [ABC](https://ew.com/entity/abc/) morning series after joining as a cohost in 2017. "She has been an amazing partner, friend, and confidant, and although we will always be a part of each other's lives, I will miss our mornings together.

Ryan Seacrest has announced he is leaving 'Live With Kelly and Ryan.' His replacement will be Kelly Ripa's husband, actor Mark Consuelos.

[joined “Live”](https://www.latimes.com/business/hollywood/la-fi-ct-seacrest-ripa-20170501-story.html) in 2017 after Ripa’s “Live With Kelly and Michael” co-host Michael Strahan departed in 2016. Despite Ripa’s Instagram quip about entering the “contractual obligation phase” of their relationship, this is far from the first time she and Consuelos have worked together. “I’m looking forward to coming back to guest host [‘Live’] in the future and Kelly, I promise to forever share my food photos, chicken eggs, and olive oil with you,” Seacrest continued in his farewell message. Additionally, the Emmy-winning entertainer said he plans to open “three more Ryan Seacrest Foundation Studios” — where pediatric hospital patients can experiment with radio and TV equipment — in different locations. [@ryanseacrest](https://www.instagram.com/ryanseacrest/) on surviving six winters in NYC! “I’m going to miss my work wife and all the laughter we share.

Seacrest told audiences he's leaving the seat beside his "work wife" on the morning show after six years and handing the job over to Kelly Ripa's real ...

"I'm looking forward to coming back to guest host in the future and Kelly, I promise to forever share my food photos, chicken eggs, and olive oil with you,' Seacrest wrote. "I made the decision to make this my last season as co-host with Kell here on Live with Kelly and Ryan, ... He'll remain on the show until the spring, when he'll transition into a guest host, as he shoots the 21st season of American Idol in Los Angeles.

Ryan Seacrest is leaving 'Live With Kelly and Ryan' after almost six years - and will be replaced as co-host by Kelly Ripa's husband, Mark Consuelos.

Ryan Seacrest announced Thursday he is leaving morning talk show Live with Kelly and Ryan, and will be replaced by co-host Kelly Ripa's husband Mark ...

Michel Strahan served as the co-host of Kelly and Michael from 2012 to 2016, before he left to join Good Morning America and was ultimately replaced by Seacrest. In 2020, Seacrest suffered a health-scare live on-air during American Idol, in which he slurred his words and his eye drooped. After his departure in 2011, Ripa was joined by a rotating mix of dozens of celebrities in a bid to find her a permanent partner. He hosted American Idol from 2002 to 2016, and was the only one of the reality competition’s original personalities to join its reboot in 2017. Seacrest has hosted Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest since 2005. Seacrest has hosted a daily radio program, On Air With Ryan Seacrest, since 2004.

Calling his departure bittersweet, Seacrest told the audience “you won't be getting rid of me,” as he'll be back to guest host and fill in when needed. “ ...

In the spring, he’ll once again be hosting “American Idol,” which is now in its 21st season. You are family to us.” “I love the fact that we get to sit here every day and connect with you at home in your kitchens, in your living rooms, at work,” he said on the show on Feb. You are one of my best friends,” Ripa said to Seacrest after the announcement. Consuelos will join his wife, who has been on the show since 2001, in April. “You are a gem.

Seacrest has hosted the New York-set morning show with Kelly Ripa since 2017. Ripa's husband, Mark Consuelos, will take over as her full-time co-host. “It was a ...

Consuelos, who married Ripa in 1996, has frequently appeared on “Live” as a guest host. The 48-year-old Seacrest didn’t announce his final day but says he’ll return to Los Angeles once the latest season of “American Idol” begins airing its live shows there. “It was a tough, tough decision,” Seacrest said.

Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest speak during the 48th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards broadcast on June 25, 2021. Kelly Ripa's work husband will be ...

Having him join the show is so special for us and we’re sure that viewers will feel the same.” “Goodbyes are never easy, but we look forward to welcoming Ryan back regularly with open arms,” Michael Gelman, executive producer of the show, said in a statement to BuzzFeed News. This isn’t the first coanchor change for Ripa, who has hosted the show since 2001. “You are a gem,” Ripa told Seacrest on the show. Last year, we spoke and I made the decision to make this my last season as cohost. Fans who will miss Seacrest and Ripa’s banter can be assured he’s not gone forever.

American Idol celebrated its 20th season last year, and Sunday night it kicks off its third decade. The OG of reality singing competitions is still finding ...

We’ve seen that over the years. the platform of American Idol can make things happen. “They actually get better and better because they start performing earlier …

American Idol celebrated its 20th season last year, and Sunday night it kicks off its third decade. The OG of reality singing competitions is still finding ...

We’ve seen that over the years. the platform of American Idol can make things happen. “They actually get better and better because they start performing earlier …

As Consuelos prepares to join wife Kelly Ripa on the newly rebranded "Live with Kelly and Mark," he dedicated an Instagram post to departing Seacrest.

"As a fan-favorite guest host for years, Mark is no stranger to the Live family," producer Gelman said in a statement. [Michael Strahan](https://www.newsweek.com/michael-strahan-kelly-ripa-show-1484396) stepped in as Ripa's co-host from 2012, before departing in 2016 to join the Good Morning America lineup as a fulltime co-presenter. "It's been a memorable ride and now I'm excited to pass the baton to Kelly's 'real' husband, Mark." Is this a great country or what?" well actually they're only a size 9, but you know what I mean." She has been an amazing partner, friend, and confidant, and although we will always be a part of each other's lives, I will miss our mornings together."

American Idol celebrated its 20th season last year, and Sunday night it kicks off its third decade. The OG of reality singing competitions is still finding ...

We’ve seen that over the years. the platform of American Idol can make things happen. “They actually get better and better because they start performing earlier …

It's happening: Live With Kelly and Ryan is saying goodbye to one of its hosts — but it's not who fans might have expected to leave.

Ryan Seacrest cried during a tribute from Mark Consuelos after announcing his exit from 'Live With Kelly and Ryan.'

"Working alongside Kelly over the past six years has been a dream job and one of the highlights of my career," Seacrest said in a statement announcing his exit from Live. It's an iconic show, and I think it's going to be a blast. Seacrest announced his departure from the morning show Thursday, after six years of sitting next to Ripa. It ended up being longer than I thought, and I couldn't be happier to see you come in and be next to your wife, who we both know is the most amazing human being on the planet." "You're a true friend. I've become so close with both of you," Seacrest told Consuelos, who married Ripa in 1996 after they met as costars on the set of