Hold on to your hats, folks! Kelly Ripa made headlines once again with a jaw-dropping comment during a recent episode of Live With Kelly and Mark. This time, the beloved talk show host joked about wielding a machete against her husband, Mark Consuelos, live on air. The dramatic moment occurred during the January 22 episode, and trust me, it was a scene that no one saw coming.

The Machete Threat That Had Everyone Talking

It all started when Mark, the ever-charming 52-year-old, opened up a fan-sent care package on air. Inside the package? A nostalgic treat—Big League Chew bubblegum—and a pipe. Now, this wasn't just any pipe; it reminded Mark of the clay pipes he cherished as a child, which he used to "fill with leaves." Naturally, he couldn’t resist putting it in his mouth, sparking a playful atmosphere in the studio. But that’s not all—Mark took things further by pointing the pipe at random objects around the set.

“I could point at you to do things,” Mark teased Kelly, who was sitting right beside him. With a playful smirk, Kelly responded, “What would you like me to do?” But the fun didn’t stop there. Mark jokingly suggested that if they were at home, he'd point the pipe at her and ask her to change the TV channel for him. That’s when Kelly, the Emmy-winning powerhouse, drew the line.

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Kelly’s Stern Warning: A Machete Awaits

Without missing a beat, Kelly shot back with a bold warning, “I’m just gonna say, if you point at me with that pipe, I’m going to point at you with a machete.” The audience erupted in laughter, and Mark quickly realized he had crossed a line. It was a lighthearted moment that showcased the couple’s unique chemistry and ability to keep the audience engaged with their spontaneous banter.

Though the machete comment was clearly a joke, it’s moments like these that remind us why Kelly and Mark are such a dynamic duo. They have an uncanny knack for turning even the simplest moments into memorable ones, and their chemistry is undeniable.

Another Hilarious Moment: Mark’s Trivia Fail

But let’s not forget another hilarious episode from January 19. In this segment, Mark's trivia skills—or lack thereof—left the audience in stitches. After failing miserably during a live trivia challenge, Mark exclaimed, “I need like an exorcism or something,” much to the delight of the studio audience and his wife. It’s moments like these that make watching Live With Kelly and Mark such a joy. The couple’s ability to laugh at themselves and keep things entertaining is truly unmatched.

From NSFW confessions to heartfelt discussions about their future and their three wonderful kids—Michael, Lola, and Joaquin—Kelly and Mark always manage to keep the audience captivated. Even outside the show, the couple continues to charm fans with their antics, as seen in their recent holiday photo that caused quite the stir.

The Viral Holiday Photo That Caused a Stir

Kelly Ripa in a strapless black dress next to Marrk Consuelos — Rob Kim/Getty Images

In their viral holiday photo, Kelly rocked a festive Christmas T-shirt with one bold twist—no pants. The image sparked a flurry of comments from her Instagram followers, many of whom were left scratching their heads. Standing beside her, Mark flexed his muscles in the same holiday-themed shirt, adding to the playful dynamic of the photo.

“Why are you in underwear?” one commenter questioned, sparking a wave of similar inquiries. Kelly, ever the entertainer, didn’t address the wardrobe choice immediately. However, she eventually seemed to respond to the trolls with a cheeky swimsuit-clad photo captioned “Greetings from Captains Underpants (One last swim)” on January 7. It was classic Kelly—embracing the humor and keeping the conversation lively.