Kelly Ripa Criticized After Husband Posts Swimsuit Photo From Vacation

Kelly Ripa found herself at the center of a social media debate after her husband, actor Mark Consuelos, uploaded a vacation snapshot that showed the Live co-host in a bikini. The photo, taken during their tropical escape, featured Ripa sporting a sun hat and a two-piece bathing suit—and while many fans cheered her on, others didn’t hold back their disapproval.

Consuelos proudly captioned the photo “The sexy one,” but the post quickly became a battleground. While a large number of followers praised the couple and Ripa’s physique, critics chimed in, questioning her choice of swimwear at age 47.

Kelly Ripa posing beside a riverbank
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One commenter remarked, “She’s beautiful, sure—but isn’t there a time when you should start dressing your age? Just because you can wear a bikini doesn’t always mean you should.”

Another added, “She used to be so sweet when she started on TV. Now it seems like fame’s gone to her head.”

Fortunately, Ripa didn’t face the negativity alone. Supporters quickly pushed back against the hate, praising her confidence and calling out the ageist remarks.

Kelly Ripa’s husband, Mark Consuelos
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One fan wrote, “We really need to stop tearing each other down. Kelly looks incredible, and no one should be told how to dress just because they’re not in their 20s anymore.”

Another person replied directly to Consuelos: “People criticizing your wife’s looks are just revealing their own insecurities. Let them be bitter—keep celebrating your marriage and her beauty.”

Unbothered by the controversy, Consuelos didn’t retreat. Instead, he shared even more photos of Ripa to his Instagram Story, adding a cheeky caption to one: “Yep.”

Kelly and Mark posing together on vacation
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The pair is no stranger to internet trolls. Just a few weeks earlier, Ripa had posted a throwback photo from 2008 showing the couple dressed to impress. While most loved the nostalgic post, one commenter took a jab at Consuelos’ height, saying, “Too bad he’s short and always trying to look taller. It just comes off as awkward.”

Mark replied with a lighthearted clapback: “Please, do enlighten me on how I’m trying to look taller. I’m curious.”
Ripa couldn’t resist chiming in, joking, “He’s tall where it counts, babe.”

Kelly Ripa enjoying the ocean in a tropical setting
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Now married for more than two decades, the duo shares three children—Michael, Lola, and Joaquin—and continue to show the world that they’re a solid team. Through humor and unshakable confidence, they’ve proven that harsh words online don’t stand a chance against love, loyalty, and a bit of sass.