Overview

• 22-year-old Joaquin Consuelos earned his drama degree and concluded his stint on the University of Michigan wrestling team with a multi-day graduation celebration that included a theater showcase.
• They recalled feeling an initial sense of loss when Joaquin left home, describing an overbuilt dinner for two they scarcely touched as they adjusted to a quieter house.
• On Live with Kelly and Mark, Ripa quipped that empty nesting allows “nudity in the household whenever you want,” drawing laughs from Consuelos and guest Amanda Peet.
• Mark Consuelos highlighted Joaquin’s reserved off-screen demeanor alongside his ability to captivate audiences during performances at the School of Music, Theatre and Dance.
• Married since 1996 and parents to Michael, 27, Lola, 23, and Joaquin, 22, the couple reaffirmed their commitment to raising thoughtful, selfless children as they step into this new life stage.