Mark Consuelos shares 'painful' reason Kelly Ripa is absent from 'Live'
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Key Points:
- Kelly Ripa is absent from "Live with Kelly and Mark" due to undergoing a painful gum graft surgery, a procedure that treats thinning gums or gum recession.
- Mark Consuelos, her husband and co-host, shared that Ripa is following strict recovery instructions, including not talking and eating only soft foods.
- Despite the pain, Ripa is reportedly doing well, though she has been advised not to inspect the surgical site herself.
- Ripa is expected to be off the show for about a week, with guest hosts such as Mila Kunis, Pamela Adlon, and Scott Foley filling in during her absence.
- Kevin Jonas will return to co-host on Tuesday, continuing the temporary hosting lineup.
