Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, one of Hollywood’s most beloved couples, have been married for nearly three decades, 

but that doesn’t mean they agree on everything. During the February 11 episode of Live with Kelly and Mark, 

the duo had a lively discussion about a modern dating topic—location sharing in relationships. 

While some couples insist on knowing each other’s whereabouts at all times, Ripa made it clear that for her, that’s a major deal breaker.

Why Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Don’t Share Locations

The conversation began when Ripa and Consuelos read a newspaper article discussing a new relationship “deal breaker.” 

The piece focused on whether couples should share their locations with one another, and it quickly became apparent that Ripa had strong feelings on the matter.

“No, the last thing I want to know is where you are at all times,” Ripa stated firmly. “I don’t need to know that. I know where you are here, and that’s enough for me.”

Consuelos, agreeing with his wife, added, “I’m upstairs. If you’re looking for me, I’m upstairs, in my den.”

While some couples see location sharing as a way to stay connected and ensure safety, Ripa and Consuelos believe in maintaining a level of independence in their relationship. Despite their deep bond and shared life, they don’t feel the need to track each other’s movements.

Does Not Sharing Locations Mean There’s Something to Hide?

As the conversation continued, the couple debated whether refusing to share locations could be considered suspicious. Consuelos pointed out that in dating relationships, asking for a partner’s location early on might seem like a red flag.

“I think it’s a little weird if somebody asks you—if you’re dating and they ask you for your location,” he said. “It’s something that I think the person should offer to you. ‘Hey, I’m going to share my location with you.’”

Ripa took it a step further, questioning why anyone would need to know their partner’s exact location at all times. “I just want to know why you would need to know that,” she said.

The conversation took a humorous turn when their show’s longtime producer, Michael Gelman, chimed in to say that he and his family share their locations, finding it to be incredibly convenient.

Gelman explained, “So, I’m like, ‘Where is he?’ If I’m late for something and they go, ‘Oh, he’s five minutes away.’ Or the same thing, you don’t want to call them when they’re at work so you go, ‘Oh, they’re home, I’ll call.’”

While this logic makes sense for some, Ripa wasn’t convinced. When Consuelos read a statistic stating that 21% of people surveyed consider it a deal breaker if their partner refuses to share their location, Ripa doubled down on her stance.

“To me, it’s a deal breaker for me if you need to know where I am,” she said. “I’m where I told you I am, and you don’t need to know anything.”

A Generational Divide on Location Sharing

While location tracking might not be a priority in Ripa and Consuelos’ marriage, they acknowledged that it has become common in many friendships. Gelman noted that friend groups often share locations, which Consuelos jokingly suggested might be for keeping tabs on social events.

“So they can find out who is having a party without them,” he quipped.

Gelman, however, defended the practice, explaining that it’s helpful when making last-minute plans. “You’re in a certain location, you’re downtown and you go, ‘Oh, so and so is at the bar next door.’”

Consuelos responded, “Well, maybe they don’t want you to know that.”

Gelman then clarified that people can choose to mute or stop sharing their locations whenever they want, maintaining some privacy even within their social circles.

The One Time Kelly Ripa Wished She Had Shared Her Location

Despite her resistance to the idea of location sharing, Ripa admitted there was one instance when it might have been helpful—when she got lost while hiking alone in Colorado.

“I got lost once. I was hiking. I got lost,” she recalled. Consuelos quickly added, “Which I told you not to do.”

Ripa admitted that her husband had warned her against hiking solo, but she was confident she knew her way. “I said, ‘I know where I am,’ and of course, I got lost.”

In that moment, Consuelos suggested she share her location with him so he could guide her back to safety. However, Ripa found herself struggling to figure out how to do it.

“This is where it was a generational divide where I became my grandmother,” she joked. “Mark was like, ‘Share your location with me and I’ll guide you home,’ but I could not do that.”

Although the experience was stressful, she eventually found her way with Consuelos’ help. “You walked me through it, but it was very stressful for us,” she admitted.

Final Thoughts: To Share or Not to Share?

While some couples rely on location sharing for convenience and safety, Ripa and Consuelos see it as unnecessary in their relationship. For them, trust and communication are more important than constantly knowing each other’s whereabouts.

That said, they recognize that location sharing can have its benefits in certain situations—like when someone is lost in the wilderness!

Ultimately, whether a couple shares their locations or not comes down to personal preference and the dynamics of their relationship. For Kelly Ripa, the key takeaway is clear: if you trust your partner, you don’t need to track them.

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