Hey there, friends. If you're wondering about the future of Live With Kelly and Mark, you're not alone. Fans of the beloved talk show have been buzzing after a recent announcement about the show's next chapter. While some might be worried that the morning staple is coming to an end, the truth is, it's actually embarking on a brand-new adventure. Let me break it down for you.
What's Going On With ‘Live With Kelly and Mark’?
First things first: No, Live With Kelly and Mark is not ending. But it is about to undergo a major transition that’s got everyone talking. In April 2025, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos will be saying goodbye to their long-time home at the Upper West Side studio and moving into a state-of-the-art space at 7 Lincoln Square. This isn’t just any move—it’s a game-changer for the couple and their team.
The final episode from the old studio aired on April 1, 2025. It was an emotional farewell to a place that’s been part of so many memories for Kelly, Mark, and their family. Their kids—Michael, Lola, and Joaquin—also have deep ties to the old studio, making the move bittersweet. “Some of our closest friends are people that work here,” Mark shared with People in April 2025. “We’re a family at Live, and growing up, those were some of the people our kids were closest to.”
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Kelly added, “Yeah, my kids have full text chains with some of the people here. Like, Lola doesn’t look at some of our producers as producers; she looks at them as other moms. These are moms she and my sons can go to if I’m on set if there’s an emergency. So there’s a lot of that.”
To celebrate the big move, Kelly and Mark took a trip down memory lane, revisiting some of their favorite moments in the old studio. During one segment on March 31, 2025, they joked about how the studio itself seemed ready to retire. “This studio is breaking down. The monitor just fell off the camera,” Kelly laughed. “It’s time to go, everybody!” Mark chimed in with, “Get out!” Clearly, they were ready for the next chapter.
Why the Move to a New Studio?
Back in October 2024, Kelly and Mark gave fans a heads-up about the upcoming change. Kelly explained that the current studio had been sold, which meant the show would need to relocate. The new location? A cutting-edge facility in SoHo, part of the Walt Disney Company’s NYC headquarters. “But that’s not going to happen for some time, and I still don’t believe it’s going to happen,” Kelly joked at the time. “Anyway, I don’t believe it’s happening. But anyway, we’re moving down to this fancy schmancy state-of-the-art studio in SoHo.”
“SoHo where we used to live, which would have been convenient for us,” Kelly added with a laugh. “But as soon as we move to the Upper East Side, now we want to move to SoHo. OK, whatever!” Clearly, they’re excited about the change, even if it comes with a touch of humor.
What Does the Future Hold for ‘Live With Kelly and Mark’?
For now, Live With Kelly and Mark is sticking around on ABC. But let’s be real—Kelly has hinted at retirement before, and Mark understands why. “I think it’s a real thing,” Mark told Entertainment Tonight in September 2023, referring to Kelly’s mentions of stepping back. “She’s been at that for 23 years.”
“I don’t think it’s gonna be anytime soon,” he continued. “I know she’s having a good time, I’m having a really, really good time. But at some point, yeah.”
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Mark added, “When she does decide to walk away, no one’s earned it more than her.” He went on to say, “She’s been working her butt off since she was like 12 or 13 years old, and she got into the business at 18, and so it’s been a long ride. [But] she’s having a blast now.”
