Joaquin Consuelos, the youngest son of Live with Kelly and Mark hosts Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, has always maintained a relatively low profile despite his well-known parents. 

However, over the weekend, the 21-year-old University of Michigan student took to social media to make a rare request, asking his followers to support a cause close to his heart.

Joaquin Consuelos Calls for Support on Instagram

Joaquin, who is both a theater studies major and a member of the University of Michigan wrestling team, 

shared a post on his Instagram Stories promoting the school’s 26th annual Mock Rock. The student-athlete talent show serves as a fundraiser for C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, 

supporting the Charles Woodson Clinical Research Fund.

In his post, he encouraged his 70,000+ followers to contribute to the initiative, writing “Great cause” alongside a link with details on how to donate. Given that Joaquin rarely posts on social media, this public appeal stood out to fans and supporters of the Consuelos-Ripa family.

Balancing Wrestling and Theater at the University of Michigan

Joaquin is currently in his senior year at the University of Michigan, where he studies at the School of Music, Theatre & Dance. While he is passionate about acting, he is also an accomplished athlete and has been competing with the Michigan Wolverines wrestling team throughout his college career.

In a recent interview with Mgoblue.com, Joaquin spoke about how his wrestling journey has evolved since joining the team.

“I actually understand the rules of the game a little bit better,” he admitted. “I think my preparation has gotten better, that’s one of the bigger differences.”

Surprisingly, Joaquin initially prioritized wrestling over acting. He explained that his passion for theater took a backseat to his athletic ambitions when he first started his college journey.

“As far as studying theater, I think it started with wrestling, and then the theater side was second,” he shared.

Joaquin’s interest in wrestling began in middle school, where he trained under Jeff Marsh, a former University of Michigan wrestler. He also honed his skills at a wrestling club in Hoboken, New Jersey, attending practices after school and on weekends. His dedication to the sport carried over into high school, where he officially competed as a student-athlete.

Reflecting on the differences between wrestling in various states, Joaquin noted, “When I started wrestling New York-level competition, it was so funny, because I thought that these guys were so much worse. New York City is not on the same level wrestling-wise as New Jersey in any way.”

The Intersection of Wrestling and Acting

Despite his early focus on wrestling, Joaquin gradually found a way to merge his athletic training with his love for the performing arts.

“I think the psychological side of theater has helped my wrestling as far as knowing how your energy when you walk into a room affects the people around you,” he explained.

He also appreciates the camaraderie within the wrestling team, adding, “One thing that I love about the locker room is that it’s never not a good vibe. It’s pretty much always people cracking jokes and trash-talking to each other.”

Joaquin’s love for acting was also influenced by his older brother, Michael Consuelos, who is an actor, writer, and producer for Bravo. The two siblings would often create short films together, which fueled Joaquin’s passion for performing.

“With my brother, we would make short movies and stuff on our phones. That’s when I started any remote type of acting,” he recalled.

Joaquin Prepares for His Latest Acting Role

Now fully embracing his love for theater, Joaquin is preparing for his next stage performance. He will appear in a production of A Few Good Men at The Power Center in Ann Arbor on February 20, just days before celebrating his 22nd birthday.

With a bright future ahead, Joaquin continues to carve his own path in both wrestling and acting, proving that he is much more than just the son of two Hollywood stars. While he may prefer to keep a low profile, his recent social media activity shows that he isn’t afraid to step into the spotlight when it comes to supporting a great cause.

For those who want to see more of Joaquin’s journey, keep an eye on his Instagram, as well as updates from the University of Michigan’s theater and wrestling programs.

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