Hey there, folks! If you're a fan of Live! With Kelly and Ryan, you might’ve noticed something unusual last Thursday, September 19. Kelly Ripa, the ever-present co-host, wasn’t there to kick off the morning show. Now, for those of you who’ve followed the show since 2001, you know how rare that is. Kelly’s practically glued to her chair most days, so her absence definitely turned some heads. Luckily, Ryan Seacrest, the ever-charming co-host, was there to explain what happened.
Why Was Kelly Ripa MIA?
Here’s the scoop: Kelly wasn’t feeling her best. In fact, Ryan let the audience and viewers at home know that she’d been under the weather since the day before. "Unfortunately, she wasn’t feeling well yesterday, and today she’s really sick," Ryan revealed as he started the show. He made sure everyone knew that Kelly wasn’t skipping out lightly—she was genuinely unwell and needed some time to recover.
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Ryan Steps In and Sends Love
Ryan, who’s been with the show since May 2017, shared that Kelly had actually shown up earlier but decided to go home. "She was here a few minutes ago, and we just said, 'Go feel better,'" Ryan said. He made it clear that Kelly’s health was the priority, even if it meant missing an episode. Ryan’s got her back, and he showed up ready to keep the show rolling with his usual charm.
Kelly’s Nearly Flawless Attendance
For nearly two decades, Kelly has been a constant presence on the show. Sure, she’s taken breaks here and there for vacations with her husband, Mark Consuelos, and their three kids. But missing episodes due to illness? That’s a rarity. Recently, Kelly even took time off to participate in a community service trip with This Is About Humanity, a group focused on helping families affected by the situation at the U.S.-Mexico border. That’s dedication, folks.
What’s This Is About Humanity?
This Is About Humanity describes itself as a movement aimed at helping those impacted at the border. Through education and donations, they identify needs and work tirelessly to meet them. Kelly’s involvement speaks volumes about her commitment to causes beyond the show. On September 15, she shared some behind-the-scenes content from her trip, expressing her gratitude and admiration for the group’s leader, Elsa Marie Collins.
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Ryan’s Final Words
As the episode wrapped up, Ryan took a moment to send out some heartfelt words to his "dearest friend." "We wish you well, Kelly. Get better soon," he said warmly. "We will miss you for this hour." It’s clear that Ryan values their partnership and friendship, and he’s got his fingers crossed for Kelly’s speedy recovery.
So, here’s hoping Kelly feels better soon and gets back to doing what she does best—brightening our mornings with her energy and charm. Until then, Ryan’s got the reins, and I’m sure he’ll keep things lively on the show!
