Steve Patterson filled in as co-host alongside Kelly Ripa on the morning episode of Live with Kelly and Mark today, while regular host Mark Consuelos was absent. Patterson, a familiar face on the show, expressed his enthusiasm about returning, stating, “It was so great to be back.” Although Ripa did not provide specific details regarding Consuelos’ whereabouts, she humorously acknowledged his absence by engaging with the audience, which included marathon runners from the recent New York City Marathon.
Ripa lightheartedly asked the audience if anyone had seen Consuelos still running on the marathon course, to which Patterson responded, “Yes, has the last person finished yet? My goodness gracious.” Ripa continued the joke, remarking, “Yes, the last person dragged himself across the course.”
In the absence of Consuelos, Patterson and Ripa welcomed several guests, including Rami Malek and Lacey Chabert. They also featured Hellen Obiri, the winner of the women’s race at the New York City Marathon, which took place on November 2.
The episode provided viewers with a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the production of the show’s Halloween special, showcasing this year’s trending themes. Notably, the episode featured a humorous impersonation of Taylor Swift as she appeared on the podcast hosted by Travis and Jason Kelce. This segment involved contributions from the show’s executive producer, Michael Gelman, and other team members, including announcer Deja Vu and actor Jerry O’Connell.
“Live with Kelly and Mark” airs on weekdays, providing a mix of entertainment, celebrity interviews, and audience engagement. For local listings and showtimes, viewers are encouraged to visit the show’s official website.
As fans await news on Mark Consuelos’ return, today’s episode showcased the dynamic chemistry between Ripa and Patterson, ensuring that the audience remained entertained.
