Kelly Ripa was absent from the July 27 episode of ‘Live! With Kelly and Mark’ after undergoing a painful gum graft surgery. Her husband and co-host Mark Consuelos announced on Monday’s show that Ripa is recovering under doctor’s orders not to speak. He shared details of her recovery with guest Nick Jonas, describing the procedure as painful. The surgery forced Ripa to take a break from the talk show, which she normally co-hosts with Consuelos. No further details about her condition were provided, but the show continued without her. According to reports, Ripa is expected to return once she has healed enough to speak. The missed episode comes as no surprise to regular viewers, as Ripa has been open about her dental issues in the past. Fans have sent well-wishes, and Consuelos reassured them that she is in good hands. The couple has co-hosted ‘Live!’ together since 2023, when Ripa’s original co-host, Ryan Seacrest, departed.