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Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos wedding advice
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The gist
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos advised couples to skip big weddings, citing cost-effectiveness. Their 30-year marriage and $179 elopement back their blunt take.
Background
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, married for 30 years, shared their advice on a prerecorded segment of 'Live with Kelly and Mark' that aired in August 2026. They discussed the trend of 'micro weddings' and urged couples to avoid large ceremonies, suggesting instead small ceremonies with big parties, buffets, secondhand dresses, and skipping expensive rings. Their comments drew attention because of their own low-cost Las Vegas elopement in 1996, which cost only $179.
How it unfolded
- May 2026The couple celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary.
- Aug 20, 2026A prerecorded segment aired on 'Live with Kelly and Mark' where they shared their advice against big weddings, sparking media coverage.
- Aug 21, 2026Multiple outlets reported on their comments, highlighting their $179 elopement and the 'micro wedding' trend.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Ripa and Consuelos advocate for cost-effective weddings, saying 'Ceremonies are out, parties are in.'
- Public
- Some viewers found their advice controversial, as reported by InStyle, calling the tradition 'ridiculous.'