Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Recall 'Practically Naked' New Year's Eve Story

While everyone else was bundled up in fur, they were barely wearing anything at all. In a hilarious trip down memory lane, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos revealed a past holiday moment that left them feeling "practically naked" in the middle of a Los Angeles celebration.

The Kelly Ripa Mark Consuelos New Year's Eve Story in LA

According to Entertainment Weekly, the hosts reflected on their New York-to-LA transition during the January 6, 2026 episode of 'Live with Kelly & Mark'. Ripa recalled a specific New Year's Eve spent with her husband and producer Michael Gelman when the kids were still small.

The temperature in Los Angeles hit a balmy 68 degrees, which felt like summer to the New York residents. "We were laughing because we were practically naked!" Ripa exclaimed, pointing out that despite the warm weather, local Californians were spotted wearing actual fur coats to mark the winter occasion.

From Hawaii Snow to 'Naked' Memories

The conversation was sparked by a photo of heavy snowfall on Mauna Loa, Hawaii. This led the duo to ponder how people react to unexpected weather patterns. Ripa jokingly asked if Hawaiians pair bikini bottoms with parkas in the snow, to which Consuelos replied with a cheeky smirk, "That would be nice."

Producer Michael Gelman, who once famously donned a red Speedo for a Halloween episode, confirmed the memory of their underdressed California trip. The lighthearted banter highlights the trio's long-standing chemistry that has kept the show at the top of the syndication rankings for years.