From E! Online · · 1m 10s
Jay-Z Connection Makes Parents Cool to Kids
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos reveal how Jay-Z made them cool parents to their three kids.
In brief
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos reveal how Jay-Z made them cool parents to their three kids. Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos say their appearance in Jay-Z's 2003 music video helped their kids see their parents as cool. Originally reported by E! Online.
Jay-Z Connection
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos say their connection to Jay-Z made them cool parents to their three kids.
“We're not cool”
Teenage Flak
Their kids Michael, Lola, and Joaquin called them outdated during their teenage years.
“they were mercilessly making fun of us in front of their friends”
Jay-Z Video
The couple appeared in Jay-Z's 2003 music video with Pharrell Williams.
“We never dropped it on them that we were in a Jay-Z video”
Son's Reaction
Joaquin was embarrassed of his dad until Jay-Z greeted him at a Knicks game.
“Hey, man!”
Family Moment
Kelly and Mark learned Joaquin knew Jay-Z after their son hugged him at the Knicks game.
“Did you know Dad knows Jay-Z?”
Internet Age
Kelly joked that the internet exists and they could Google their parents' connection to Jay-Z.
“The internet exists, guys. Google.”
Family Growth
The family celebrated milestones like graduations and holidays together through the years.
“And just like that you graduated college”
Family Bond
Kelly and Mark supported their kids through school, sports, and life events.
“It took years off my life watching these young men”
Family Legacy
The family's bond grew stronger as they celebrated each other's achievements and milestones.
“Happy Easter from the year 2012 because Lola approved this photo”
At a glance
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos say their appearance in Jay-Z's 2003 music video helped their kids see their parents as cool.
