ABC Had Been Trying To Woo Mark Consuelos Into Joining ‘Live With Kelly’ Since Last Summer: Source

ABC had been eyeing Mark Consuelos for months ever since learning Ryan Seacrest was likely going to be leaving Live with Kelly and Ryan. The network was determined to fill Seacrest’s spot with Kelly Ripa’s husband, as his previous appearances on the show proved to be a success, according to the ratings. The ABC exes reportedly approached the soap star about the position last summer, expecting that Seacrest would leave. Read Full Article