Kelly Ripa's 'Gray Divorce' Joke on Air Sparks Viewer Reactions

During a segment on 'Live With Kelly and Mark,' Ripa discussed rising divorce rates among older adults, leading to mixed reactions from the audience.

Kelly Ripa joked about the idea of a 'gray divorce' during a live segment with her husband, Mark Consuelos, referencing a rise in divorces among those over 50.
Ripa's comments stemmed from an article she read, which highlighted that divorces in this age group have increased significantly since 1990.
Some viewers found the segment uncomfortable, criticizing Ripa for making light of a serious topic, while others noted the couple's playful banter.
Despite the on-air discussion, Ripa and Consuelos reassured fans that their marriage remains strong after nearly 30 years together.
Ripa cited reasons for the trend, such as empty nest syndrome and health issues, while humorously assuring her husband of future care.