Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos are grieving the loss of their beloved family patriarch, Saul Consuelos, who passed away at age 87 following a long-term illness. The family's beloved patriarch died on March 23, but his death was announced publicly on April 6. After Kelly and Mark paid tribute to Saul on Live, the couple's oldest son, Michael Consuelos, shared a moving tribute on Instagram. The actor shared a photo of himself as a little boy being carried on his grandfather's shoulders, leaning on his head.
Kelly opened up about how the family had been coping following Saul's death, explaining on Live that her children had found it particularly hard as it was their first experience of loss. "This is the first loss they've ever experienced in their lives. And I said, 'By the time I was 8, I had no grandparents. You got to grow up [with grandparents]. You got to have deep, meaningful conversations [with them].'" Kelly added that her father-in-law would often come to help her with childcare when Mark was away working. "A lot of times you'd be away working and we would take the show on the road and your dad would come on remotes to take care of the kids so I could go to work," she said. Mark was able to say goodbye to his dad during rehearsals for his Broadway show, Fallen Angels. He added that the play has been a good distraction for him during the past few weeks. "I knew I had to keep on going. I've had such a good time doing [the play]. And I know he's there watching and he's able to be part of that," he told the audience.
Along with Michael, 28, Kelly and Mark are doting parents to children Lola, 24, and Joaquin, 22. The couple are now trying to convince Mark's mother, Camilla, to move to NYC to be close to the family. Mark told viewers on Live: "We've got to take care of mom. We're trying to convince my mom to move to New York. She's such a character, she's stubborn. What do you think, a cooking segment here on Fridays with Camilla?" Kelly replied: "Yeah! Cooking with Camilla! Put her to work! Enough of this life of leisure!" What makes this particularly fascinating is the way the family has come together to honor Saul's memory. It's a testament to the power of family bonds and the importance of cherishing every moment with loved ones. In my opinion, this story highlights the importance of family support and the impact it can have on an individual's well-being. From my perspective, it's also a reminder that grief is a deeply personal experience, and everyone copes differently. One thing that immediately stands out is the way the family has handled the loss, with Michael's emotional tribute and Kelly's open and honest reflections. What many people don't realize is that grief can be a complex and multifaceted process, and it's often not linear. If you take a step back and think about it, it's clear that the family's bond is strong and enduring, and their ability to support each other through this difficult time is a testament to their love and commitment to each other. This raises a deeper question about the role of family in our lives and how we can best support one another during times of loss and grief. A detail that I find especially interesting is the way the family has chosen to honor Saul's memory, with Michael's tribute and Kelly's reflections. What this really suggests is that family is a source of strength and comfort, and it's important to cherish and nurture those relationships. This also highlights the importance of open communication and the impact it can have on an individual's emotional well-being. Personally, I think this story is a powerful reminder of the importance of family and the impact it can have on our lives. It's a testament to the power of love and support, and it's a reminder that we should cherish and nurture those relationships as much as possible.
