Kelly Ripa gets emotional on TV after losing her beloved 17-year-old dog
The talk show host fights back tears as she shares heartfelt memories of her longtime furry companion.
Kelly Ripa and her husband, Mark Consuelos, are mourning the heartbreaking loss of their beloved 17-year-old dog, Chewie. The TV host broke down in tears on Live with Kelly and Mark as she shared the emotional news with viewers.
Losing a pet is like losing a family member, and Kelly Ripa made that clear as she struggled to hold back tears while speaking about Chewie’s passing. The beloved pup had been with the family for 17 years, offering love and companionship through all of life’s changes.
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A heartbreaking goodbye
On Wednesday’s episode of Live with Kelly and Mark, Mark opened the show by announcing that Chewie had passed away. He explained that the dog’s health had rapidly declined—she had stopped eating and became severely dehydrated, leaving the couple with the difficult decision to say goodbye.
As soon as Kelly heard the words, the emotions overwhelmed her.
“I’m really sorry. I thought I got it all out, guys,” she said, wiping away tears. “God, she gave us so much.”
A constant companion
For Kelly and Mark, Chewie wasn’t just a pet—she was part of their family. As their children grew up and moved out, Chewie remained a loyal companion, filling their home with love.
Kelly described her furry friend as independent and affectionate in her own way.
“She was very much like a cat in a lot of ways,” Kelly shared. “She pet you when she wanted affection. She never let us kiss her face—she was very precious about her face.”
However, after Chewie passed, Kelly made sure to give her all the love she could.
“I kissed her a thousand times on the face, I kissed her nose,” she admitted. “I’d never kissed her nose before. And I know that she was like, somewhere in dog heaven, p**sed! But I didn’t care.”
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Fans rally around Kelly
Kelly’s emotional tribute to Chewie touched viewers deeply, especially fellow pet lovers who understand the pain of losing a beloved furry friend.
Fans flooded social media with messages of support:
“Watching you now and crying! Don’t apologize! Chewie was family. I’m so sorry for your loss.”
“I cried with you while you talked about Chewie. It felt like I knew her through your stories. She had a great life with you.”
“Do not apologize for being upset. Dog owners understand—they are family. She will always be a part of you.”
Many people shared their own experiences of pet loss, showing how deeply Kelly’s words resonated.
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet
Losing a pet is one of the hardest things any animal lover can go through. They bring unconditional love, joy, and companionship, making their absence deeply felt.
Kelly Ripa’s heartfelt tribute reminds us all just how much our pets mean to us. As one fan beautifully put it, “It shows her humanity.”
Our thoughts are with Kelly and Mark during this difficult time. If you’ve ever loved and lost a furry friend, you know how deep this pain runs—feel free to share this story in honor of Chewie and all the pets who have left paw prints on our hearts.
