Ripa & Consuelos Joke About Seacrest's Pant Splits

During a recent episode of LIVE!, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos humorously recalled their former co-host Ryan Seacrest's frequent wardrobe malfunctions, particularly his tendency to split his pants. The conversation began during a discussion about wearing underwear, with Consuelos mentioning Seacrest's frequent mishaps. Ripa corroborated the story, recalling how Seacrest would split his pants even when performing simple actions like picking up a tissue.

Mark Consuelos officially joined LIVE! in 2023 following Ryan Seacrest's exit, which was attributed to the demands of travel and other projects. Kelly Ripa revealed that both she and Mark were initially hesitant about co-hosting together, as they believed a married couple hosting a morning show was a different dynamic than acting or producing as a couple.

Despite their early reservations, Ripa and Consuelos have become a popular television duo on ABC. Ripa attributes their success to Mark's candid and "gives zero [expletive]" attitude, which resonates with the audience. She highlighted their 31-year relationship and their comfort in expressing themselves publicly without artifice, noting that their relatability stems from this open communication.