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Kelly Ripa, an American actress and talk show host, has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry with her multifaceted career. Since 2001, Ripa has been a familiar face as the co-host of the syndicated morning talk show “Live! with Kelly and Mark” in various formats, showcasing her charismatic personality and engaging interviewing style.

Her acting career includes iconic roles such as Hayley Vaughan on the ABC daytime soap opera “All My Children” (1990–2002, 2010) and Faith Fairfield on the ABC sitcom “Hope & Faith” (2003–2006). Ripa’s on-screen talents extend beyond television, as evidenced by her notable appearance in the acclaimed Miramax feature “Marvin’s Room” (1996), where she shared the screen with luminaries like Meryl Streep and Leonardo DiCaprio.

In addition to her on-screen success, Kelly Ripa, alongside her husband Mark Consuelos, co-owns the New York–based production company, Milojo. The Hollywood Reporter recognized her influence by naming her one of the Most Powerful People in Media in 2014. Ripa’s contributions to the industry were further acknowledged when she was inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame in 2017. Notably, in 2019, she received her sixth Daytime Emmy Award, a testament to her enduring impact and versatility in the realm of television and entertainment.