In March 2018, Kelly Ripa sparked online debate when her husband, Mark Consuelos, posted a photo of her in a bikini during their tropical vacation. The image, which showed Ripa confidently posing in a sun hat and swimsuit, was captioned “The sexy one” by Consuelos and quickly drew both admiration and criticism. While many fans applauded the couple’s affection and Ripa’s figure at age 47, some online trolls took aim at her choice of attire, questioning its age-appropriateness.
Critics suggested Ripa should “cover up” and accused her of letting fame influence her behavior. One commenter implied she was no longer the wholesome personality from her early TV days. Another questioned whether wearing a bikini at her age was appropriate, regardless of how fit she looked. These remarks sparked a strong reaction from Ripa’s fanbase.
Supporters quickly came to her defense, celebrating her confidence and calling out the unnecessary body-shaming. Many argued that age should never dictate how a woman expresses herself or dresses. One fan noted that women judging women needed to stop, while another commended Consuelos for proudly supporting his wife.
Consuelos responded to the backlash with humor and continued posting images of Ripa, making it clear he stood by her unapologetically. Their playful response included Ripa joking about his height when a troll made a jab at him, showing the couple’s resilience and shared sense of humor.
Married for over two decades with three children, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos continue to thrive as a couple. Their enduring love and mutual confidence remain the perfect reply to internet negativity.
