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Kelly Ripa's son's Broadway debut stuns parents
14 Apr
Summary
- Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos were initially surprised by their son's drama school aspirations.
- Their youngest son, Joaquin, is now starring on Broadway in 'Death of a Salesman'.
- Joaquin asked his parents to 'just be cool' at his opening night afterparty.
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos initially felt they had "failed as parents" when their youngest son, Joaquin, expressed interest in attending drama school. The couple, accustomed to the idea of their children pursuing traditional careers, found Joaquin's artistic aspirations surprising.
However, the 23-year-old has since achieved significant success, graduating from the University of Michigan and booking a role in the Broadway revival of Arthur Miller's 'Death of a Salesman.' Ripa shared her astonishment on 'Live with Kelly and Mark,' noting how remarkable it was to witness Joaquin's journey.
Joaquin is portraying Young Biff in the iconic play, sharing the stage with notable Tony Award winners. The production delves into themes of ambition and delusion within the context of the American Dream. 'Death of a Salesman,' a critically acclaimed play from 1949, has been revived multiple times on Broadway.
Following the opening night on April 9, 2026, Ripa and Consuelos joined the celebrations but were given strict instructions by their son: "Just be cool." Kelly playfully recounted their efforts to remain composed, admitting they mostly left Joaquin to enjoy his moment while offering brief congratulations.
