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Live With Kelly and Mark Wins Daytime Emmy After Hosts Sleep Through Ceremony

The victory marks the show's second Outstanding Daytime Talk Series award since 2012.

Overview

  • Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos opened Monday's broadcast holding the statue and confirmed the series win.
  • They did not attend the Pasadena ceremony and learned of the result at home in New York after waking to 70 texts.
  • The flurry of messages first sparked worry about their parents before a coworker thread and a lighthearted note from son Joaquin set them at ease.
  • On-air, Ripa thanked the Television Academy, highlighted the show's small staff, and credited viewers as their "good luck charm."
  • The award is Live's second in the category after 2012, adding to 21 nominations, with this year's field including The View, The Drew Barrymore Show, The Jennifer Hudson Show, and The Kelly Clarkson Show.