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For more than two decades, fans have watched Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos raise their three children while building successful television careers.
But their youngest son, Joaquin Antonio Consuelos, has largely chosen a life outside the Hollywood spotlight.
Now 23, Joaquin has grown from the curly-haired little boy seen in family photographs into a young man with a striking resemblance to both of his famous parents.
And recent family pictures have renewed interest in what he is doing today.
Joaquin’s Latest Photos Spark a Wave of Reactions
In October 2026, Joaquin shared two photographs from a Burberry event on Instagram.
The first showed him wearing a dark quilted Burberry jacket, a dark shirt, relaxed light-wash jeans, and black shoes. The second was a closer portrait showing his dark curls, brown eyes, and broad smile.
Followers quickly commented on his resemblance to his parents, with some noticing Kelly’s smile and others seeing Mark’s facial features.
But one of the most amusing reactions came from Mark himself.
The proud father left a playful comment beneath the photos: “Let me borrow that jacket.”
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From a Little Boy in Family Photos to a College Graduate
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Born on February 24, 2003, Joaquin is the youngest of Kelly and Mark’s three children, following older brother Michael and sister Lola.
In May 2025, he graduated from the University of Michigan, marking an emotional milestone for his parents.
Kelly shared the happy news on Live with Kelly and Mark, joking about how their youngest child had finally finished college.
The family traveled to Ann Arbor for the ceremony, where they celebrated his achievement together.
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A Passion for Wrestling — And an Unexpected Career Move
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While attending the University of Michigan, Joaquin was part of the university’s wrestling program and earned Academic All-Big Ten recognition.
He also studied theater performance, demonstrating an interest in acting alongside his athletic commitments.
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In April 2026, he made his Broadway debut in a revival of Death of a Salesman.
Kelly and Mark attended the production to support their son, marking one of the family’s rare public appearances together in recent years.
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A Special Family Bond
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Despite growing up with famous parents, Joaquin has maintained a relatively private life.
His siblings have pursued different creative paths, and the family remains close.
Kelly and Mark, who married in 1996, have frequently spoken about the joys and challenges of raising three children while working in television.
Watching their youngest son graduate from college and begin his acting career has given them another reason to celebrate.
Fans Can’t Believe How Much He’s Grown
For viewers who remember Joaquin as the curly-haired toddler appearing beside his parents in early family photographs, his latest appearance is a striking reminder of how quickly time passes.
At 23, he is no longer simply Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos’ youngest child. He is a college graduate, former collegiate wrestler, and emerging actor making his own way in the entertainment industry.
And judging by Mark’s lighthearted reaction to his Burberry outfit, the family still knows how to have fun together.
Who do you think Joaquin resembles more — Kelly Ripa or Mark Consuelos?
Joaquin isn’t the only celebrity child drawing attention with a rare appearance – Rob Kardashian’s new look has fans talking, too. And for another look at a famous family’s next generation, meet Eve Jobs, who’s built her own life beyond her father’s name, then step inside Reba McEntire’s personal California home.
