Let me tell you a little story about Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, a couple who have been rocking the marriage boat for a solid 25 years. Now, you might be wondering what keeps their relationship so strong, so vibrant, and so filled with love. Well, as it turns out, their secret weapon might surprise you. It’s all about how Mark uses “sexy time” to smooth things over when the two of them hit a bump in the road.

On September 20, during an episode of Live with Kelly and Ryan, Mark stepped in for cohost Ryan Seacrest. The conversation turned to what makes their marriage tick, and Kelly, 50, started to explain. “Everything for Mark is settled with…” she began, before Mark, also 50, chimed in with “love.” Kelly nodded but added with a sly grin, “Love and sexy time.” Now, Mark wasn’t about to let that stand unchallenged. He clarified that not everything is resolved that way, but Kelly playfully shot back, “Just about almost everything is.”

Streaming Romance: Their Take on Scenes From a Marriage

As it turns out, this couple isn’t just about the real-life drama; they’ve been diving into some fictional relationship dynamics too. Recently, they’ve been binge-watching the new HBO Max series Scenes From a Marriage. During one episode, Mark explained that when the characters were having a "life-changing" discussion, he fully expected it to lead to—you guessed it—some sexy time. Kelly couldn’t help but laugh and tease him, saying, “Yeah, but you think that about everything.” She even shared with the audience that Mark once speculated about a steamy scene in The Godfather. Classic Mark!

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Mark's Approach to Conflict Resolution

Now, let’s talk about how Mark handles stress and conflict in their relationship. He’s not shy about it at all. “Listen, that’s how I deal with stress,” he said confidently. Kelly, ever the supportive partner, seemed totally on board with his method. She described how Mark likes to “nip things in the bud” by addressing issues head-on. If she’s upset, he’s quick to offer a solution. “Oh, you’re upset? I know how to take care of that,” he’ll say. Whether it’s about her feeling overworked or just needing a little extra love, Mark knows exactly what to do to make her feel better.

This isn’t the first time Kelly has opened up about Mark’s insatiable sexual appetite on the show. Back on June 17, 2019, Mark cohosted and the couple reminisced about a memorable Father’s Day incident. Despite having a house full of guests and their three kids—Michael, Lola, and Joaquin—at home, Mark was in the mood for some celebratory sexy time. Kelly, on the other hand, wasn’t exactly feeling it. “I had a house full of people,” she admitted. Mark, though, wasn’t deterred. He could tell she was “going through the motions,” but hey, sometimes that’s part of the deal, right? Kelly eventually gave in, but they made one crucial mistake—they forgot to lock the bedroom door.

The Day Sexy Time Ruined a Birthday

As fate would have it, their daughter Lola walked in on them. It was her birthday that year, June 16, and let’s just say her big day took an unexpected turn. “She shut the door and yelled, ‘You just ruined my birthday and my life! I used to see in color, and now everything is grey,’” Kelly recalled, with Mark confirming those were Lola’s exact words. Ouch! But hey, despite the awkward moment, it’s clear that the passion and connection between Kelly and Mark are as strong as ever after all these years. That’s something worth celebrating!

So, there you have it, folks. Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos have found a way to keep their marriage not just alive but thriving. And while their methods might raise a few eyebrows, it’s clear they’ve got a system that works for them. Here’s to 25 years of love, laughter, and yes, even a little bit of drama!