Kelly Ripa's Husband Mark Consuelos Debuts as Permanent Co-Host Amid Criticism

Kelly Ripa's longtime off-screen husband Mark Consuelos has joined her as co-host of "Live With Kelly and Mark" following Ryan Seacrest's departure.
Viewers had mixed reactions, with some criticizing Consuelos and Ripa's banter and intimacy and others appreciating their chemistry.
The couple addressed concerns about discussing their personal life on-air but shared details about Consuelos' snoring in their first episode.
Consuelos is Ripa's third co-host, following Michael Strahan and Seacrest, since Regis Philbin's retirement.
Friends like Andy Cohen offered support for Ripa and Consuelos as they faced criticism.