See All of Kelly Ripa's Most Iconic Halloween Costumes from the Past Two Decades

10/31/2024 12:27 PM

The 'Live with Kelly and Mark' co-host has happily gone all out time and time again in the name of pop culture

There are few things Halloween guarantees us: creepy décor, tons of candy, hoards of scary movies, and then, of course, Kelly Ripa in an over-the-top, incredibly creative Halloween costume.

The Live with Kelly and Mark co-host is one of few celebs guaranteed to go big every Halloween, and she has yet to disappoint — after all, she's got the help of the hair, makeup and wardrobe geniuses on her daytime show.

From her early years as a spot-on Toddlers & Tiaras contestant to convincing husband Mark Consuelos to go as Travis Kelce to her Taylor Swift for one of the cutest couples costumes of Halloween 2023, here are Kelly Ripa's most impressive Halloween get-ups over the years.

2003: Kelly Ripa as Pamela Anderson

Back in 2003, Ripa channeled the iconic Pamela Anderson, wearing a giant pink feathered hat by Ivy Supersonic, long blonde locks and a blue jean outfit. The look was a recreation of Anderson's memorable outfit from the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards.

2008: Kelly Ripa as Sarah Palin

The talk show star got politicall for Halloween 2008, suiting up as the then-Republican Vice President nominee Sarah Palin on Live with Regis and Kelly.

2009: Kelly Ripa as Michael Jackson in the "Thriller" music video

Ripa really got into the spooky spirit for Halloween this time around by breaking out her best undead dance moves to honor Michael Jackson's "Thriller" music video look.

2010: Kelly Ripa as Cher

The actress pulled out her best black wig and all-black attire to honor pop icon Cher for Halloween 2010. "If I could turn back time I'd be Cher every damn day. #livekellyandryan #livehalloween 🎃👻☠️😈," the talk-show host captioned a #ThrowbackThursday Instagram post in 2017.

2011: Kelly Ripa as a Toddlers & Tiaras contestant

In 2011, Ripa hilariously dressed as a pint-sized pageant queen from Toddlers & Tiaras for Halloween. Complete with a puffy pink dress and exaggerated makeup, her whimsical take on the show's contestants was a crowd favorite.

2012: Kelly Ripa as Theresa Caputo from Long Island Medium

For Halloween 2012, Ripa turned into Theresa Caputo from Long Island Medium. With Caputo's distinctively voluminous blonde hair and bold nails, Ripa's portrayal was both spot-on and hilarious.

2012: Kelly Ripa as Brad Pitt

Ripa comically dressed as a moody version of Brad Pitt. Rocking a scruffy beard and a laid-back look, the host's costume made for a fun-loving take on this Hollywood heartthrob.

2014: Kelly Ripa as Piper Chapman from Orange Is the New Black

In 2014, the talk show host took on the hit show Orange Is the New Black. Dressed in orange, Ripa brought the prison drama to daytime with her hilarious interpretation of Piper Chapman (Taylor Schilling).

2015: Kelly Ripa as Kim Kardashian

Ripa went as Kim Kardashian's infamous Paper magazine cover for Halloween 2015. Modeling a form-fitting black gown with a champagne glass balanced on her behind, this over-the-top recreation of the viral "Break the Internet" moment was both bold and unforgettable.

2016: Kelly Ripa as Donald Trump

For Halloween 2016, the charismatic host transformed into former President Donald Trump. Complete with a blonde wig, a suit, and Trump's signature mannerisms, Ripa's impersonation is one for the books. 

2017: Kelly Ripa as a handmaiden from The Handmaid's Tale

In 2017, Ripa entered the eerie world of Hulu's The Handmaid's Taleon Live with Kelly and Ryan, decked out in the show's ominous red handmaiden cloak and a white bonnet like its main protagonist, Ofred (played by Elisabeth Moss). She was joined by co-host Ryan Seacrest wearing the same costume!

2017: Kelly Ripa as Ryan Seacrest

She also couldn't help but poke a little fun at Seacrest by dressing up as the former American Idolhost for Halloween 2017. Rocking a navy blue bomber jacket and a black cap, Ripa took things up a notch by taking over the mic at the On Air with Ryan Seacrest studio.

2017: Kelly Ripa as Daenerys Targaryen from Game of Thrones

Ripa kept the incredible costumes coming in 2017, embodying Daenerys Targaryen (played by Emilia Clarke) from Game of Thrones. To become the fierce Mother of Dragons, she donned a platinum blonde wig and a regal costume, with Seacrest by her side as Jaime Lannister (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau).

2017: Kelly Ripa as Eleven from Stranger Things

Did someone say Eggo? Ripa made yet another transformation for Halloween 2017, going as Eleven (Millie Bobbie Brown) from Stranger Things. Wearing El's moody mug, pink dress and blonde wig, the talk show host looked like a spitting image of the telepathic teen.

2017: Kelly Ripa as Kim Kardashian

Ripa revisited her Kim Kardashian impersonation in 2017, modeling the mogul's recognizable black locks, a sheer white bodysuit and serving a cute pout while posing for a selfie with Seacrest as Kylie Jenner on Live with Kelly and Ryan.

2017: Kelly Ripa as Wonder Woman

For Halloween 2017, the beloved TV personality fully embodied Wonder Woman's butt-kicking prowess. Decked out in the superhero's iconic armor, complete with a gold tiara and lasso, Ripa brought fierce energy to the classic comic book character.

2019: Kelly Ripa as a cowgirl

In 2019, Ripa committed to channeling her inner cowgirl on Live with Kelly and Ryan, even strolling the streets of New York on horseback. Outfitted in a classic Western get-up with a cowboy hat and boots, she totally embraced the adventurous spirit of the Wild West.

2019: Kelly Ripa as Morticia Addams and Wednesday Addams from The Addams Family

Ripa kept things freaky for not one but two Addams Family-inspired costumes, going as both Morticia Addams and Wednesday Addams from the 1991 film. Switching from the matriarch's all-black gown and flowing black tresses to the eerie daughter's patterned black-and-white dress and braided pigtails, she perfectly captured the characters' gothic charm.

2019: Kelly Ripa as Morticia Addams from The Addams Family

The talk show host couldn't pass up the chance to wear coordinating The Addams Family (1991) costumes with husband Consuelos, who looked charming as the suave Gomez Addams to her Morticia.

2019: Kelly Ripa as Wednesday Addams from The Addams Family

With Ripa's Wednesday Addams transformation, she really captured the character's iconic look. Clad in a white-collared, black-and-white patterned dress and black pigtails, we're sure Christina Ricci (who played the character in the 1991 movie) would be proud.

2019: Kelly Ripa as Carrie White from Carrie

For Halloween 2019, Ripa went for another horror classic: Carrie White (Sissy Spacek) from Carrie (1976). Ditching the fake blood, the TV star wore a pretty pink prom dress and tiara while clutching a flower bouquet to recreate the chilling scene from the film adaptation of Stephen King's novel of the same name.

2019: Kelly Ripa as Regan MacNeil from The Exorcist

One of Ripa's most scarily spot-on costumes also came in 2019, when she took on Regan MacNeil (Linda Blair) from TheExorcist(1973). With terrifying makeup that resembled the character's sleepless, scarred face, the talk show host looked truly possessed with her blue nightgown and possessed demeanor.

2019: Kelly Ripa as Casey Becker from Scream

In 2019, she paid tribute to the iconic slasher flick Scream (1996) by dressing as Casey Becker. With a blonde bob wig, cream sweater and a prop phone in hand, Ripa recreated the look of Drew Barrymore's short-lived character from the film's unforgettable opening scene.

2019: Kelly Ripa as Taylor Swift's fries in the "You Need to Calm Down" music video

Ripa added some humor to her 2019 costumes by dressing as Taylor Swift's fries. In addition to sporting a playful French fry ensemble, Seacrest was kind enough to embrace Katy Perry's burger look from Swift's "You Need to Calm Down" music video to complete the savory pop culture moment.

2019: Kelly Ripa as Barbie

The TV star was already ahead of the Barbie trend in 2019, wearing a purple jacket, a metallic pink shirt and black-and-purple shorts to complement Seacrest as her Ken.

2019: Kelly Ripa as the "Baby Shark" song

She got lighthearted again in 2019 by going as "Baby Shark," inspired by Pinkfong's much-talked-about K-pop song. Ripa kept it fun and simple with a brightly colored pink shark costume to bring the viral children's tune to life with a fun twist.

2020: Kelly Ripa as Carole Baskin from Tiger King

The talk show queen got in on the Tiger King phenomenon by altering her appearance to resemble Carole Baskin. Wearing Baskin's notable flower crown and animal print, she captured the eccentric vibe of the big cat advocate purr-fectly.

2021: Kelly Ripa as a "Boo" Origin Space Crew member

The daytime TV star took to the skies in 2021 as part of the "Boo" Origin Space Crew. Dressed in a space suit and helmet, she added a fun, lighthearted spin to the Blue Origin mission.

2021: Kelly Ripa as Jane Jetson from The Jetsons

For Halloween 2021, the lively co-host stepped into the future as Jane Jetson. Slipping into the character's geometric purple dress and rocking her stylish red hair, Ripa brought the beloved cartoon character from The Jetsons to life in a playful, retro-futuristic look.

2021: Kelly Ripa as a NASA astronaut

Ripa was ready for her moon landing when she suited up as a NASA astronaut in 2021. With full space attire and mission patches, she brought an authentic yet spirited touch to her interstellar ensemble.

2021: Kelly Ripa as a Star Trek crewmember

For another 2021 costume, the entertainer boldly went where no one had gone before by dressing as part of the Star Trek crew from the 1960s series. Wearing a classic bright blue Starfleet uniform, she embraced the sci-fi spirit with Seacrest and other Live with Kelly and Ryan crewmembers.

2021: Kelly Ripa as Beth Harmon from The Queen's Gambit

Ripa was playing chess — not checkers — with this bold Beth Harmon outfit, perfectly recreating Anya Taylor-Joy's sharp-witted character from The Queen's Gambit. With a retro dress, red wig and chessboard at the ready, this was easily one of her most stylish costumes of 2021.

2021: Kelly Ripa as Daphne Bridgerton from Bridgerton

The TV star went for Regency-era elegance in 2021 by transforming into Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) from Bridgerton. Wearing a period-style blue-and-white outfit while sipping tea, Ripa embodied grace and charm in this chic costume alongside Seacrest's take on Ted Lasso.

2022: Kelly Ripa as Bridal Teresa Giudice from The Real Housewives of New Jersey

In 2022, Ripa went full-on glam as bridal Teresa Giudice from The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Donning the reality star's voluminous hairdo, a sparkling tiara and an extravagant wedding gown, she playfully recreated the Real Housewives star's over-the-top bridal look.

2022: Kelly Ripa as Billie Eilish

The energetic host recreated one of Billie Eilish's most rebellious fashion eras for another unforgettable Halloween 2022 look, rocking an all-slime-green attire with a baggy "Billie" T-shirt and the singer's trademark black-and-green tresses.

2022: Kelly Ripa as Pete "Maverick" Mitchell from Top Gun: Maverick

Wearing the trademark flight suit and aviator sunglasses, Ripa brought the daring fighter pilot to her talk show with this bold and energetic look inspired by Tom Cruise's Pete "Maverick" Mitchell from Top Gun: Maverick (2022).

2022: Kelly Ripa as Rhaenyra Targaryen from House of the Dragon

Revisiting the world of Game of Thrones again in 2022, Ripa dressed as Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma D'Arcy) from House of the Dragon. Looking regal in the character's flowing silver-gold wig and royal attire, she put on a powerful display as the Targaryen princess.

2023: Kelly Ripa as Taylor Swift

Swifties would immediately recognize Ripa's 2023 Halloween costume, which was a recreation of the pop star's game day outfit in support of her NFL star boyfriend, Travis Kelce. To complete this look, the talented talk show host wore a red-and-white windbreaker and Kansas City Chiefs credentials.

2023: Kelly Ripa as a bachelorette from The Golden Bachelor

Ripa showed up for Halloween 2023 as a timeless beauty inspired by The Golden Bachelor. Sporting a short silver hairstyle and an old-fashioned floral dress, she made for quite the sophisticated senior bachelorette.

2023: Kelly Ripa as Cher

The lovable TV personality channeled the legendary Cher once again in 2023. This time, she looked like a ray of sunshine in a glamorous white-and-gold outfit complete with long dark hair and eye-catching makeup.

2023: Kelly Ripa as Lucille Ball from I Love Lucy

Ripa paid homage to one of TV's most memorable actresses as the beloved Lucille Ball. With Lucy's classic red curls, polka-dot dress and cheerful expressions, she perfectly captured the I Love Lucy star's humor and charm.

2024: Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos as Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars

Ripa and Consuelos donned a whopping 40 pop culture-inspired costumes for their Halloween 2024 episode. In addition to outfits inspired by Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, Deadpool and Beetlejuice, the pair recreated Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars's ensembles from their "Die with a Smile" music video.