Michael Consuelos, the eldest son of longtime LIVE co-hosts Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, marked his 28th birthday with a glimpse into his celebratory downtime — and a subtle reveal that caught fans’ attention.
On Monday, June 9, the actor and budding filmmaker shared a serene photo to Instagram, capturing a quiet moment from what appeared to be a recent vacation. The shot featured Michael lounging shirtless in a swimming pool, his back to the camera and his gaze fixed on the horizon. Perched on the back of his shoulder, just below his neckline, a black star tattoo was visible — a detail not previously seen by followers.
“Eyeing infinity,” he captioned the post, keeping the mood introspective and open-ended.
The minimalist snapshot prompted a playful exchange with family friend and celebrity trainer Isaac Boots, who commented: “We hardly ever have nice days like this anymore.” Michael’s mother, Kelly Ripa, responded with several laughing emojis, embracing the moment with her trademark humor.
A Milestone Birthday for the Consuelos Family
Michael’s birthday on June 2 was acknowledged during last week’s broadcast of LIVE with Kelly and Mark, with his parents reminiscing fondly about the day their first child was born.
“Our newborn baby, our first child, is 28 years old today,” Kelly said with a mix of joy and disbelief. “How did that happen?!” she added, before joking that she would not wish him a happy birthday until precisely 7:17 PM — the time of his birth.
“I’m still in labor right now,” she quipped. “He got good and cozy in there. He did not want to come out!”
The studio audience joined in to celebrate the occasion, applauding as the proud parents extended their birthday wishes live on air. Kelly, ever the mother, added a humorous caveat for her grown son: “But remember… no cake until 7:17 PM!”
Reflections on a Challenging Birth
In her 2022 memoir Live Wire, Kelly opened up about the complications surrounding Michael’s birth, which included an emergency C-section and a five-day hospital stay. Due to a post-operative fever, Kelly was temporarily separated from her newborn, who was monitored in the NICU.
Despite the stressful start, the moment wasn’t without levity. Kelly recalled that baby Michael’s size earned him the nickname “King Kong” among hospital staff — a fitting start for the firstborn in a family used to the spotlight.
A Glimpse of the Man He’s Becoming
Now 28, Michael is gradually forging his own path in entertainment while maintaining a low public profile compared to his famous parents. His latest Instagram post — understated yet quietly personal — offered fans a rare look into his evolving style and self-expression, marked by that newly noticed star tattoo.
As summer begins and the family reflects on nearly three decades of milestones, Michael’s birthday serves as both a celebration of time passed and a reminder that, even under the public eye, some personal details remain hidden — until the moment is just right to share.
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