‘Live’ Kelly Ripa Mourns Tragic Death

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On the Live With Kelly And Mark show, Kelly Ripa pauses to give tribute to a great man. Undoubtedly, she is feeling the effects of the tragic loss.

Kelly Ripa Discusses The Live Family Is Experiencing A Loss

Although the Live With Kelly And Mark hosts try to keep the morning show upbeat, things turned serious quickly on Wednesday. While discussing a multitude of topics, Kelly Ripa briefly pauses to commemorate the loss of a family friend. Likewise, before going to commercial break, Kelly says, “We’ve got a huge show today, but before we get to the show, I just want to do a personal shout out from all of us at Live to our dear friend, Albert Bianchini.” Then she connects saying, “If you listen to my podcast, you know his voice well.” Unmistakably, Ron wasn’t just a coworker’s family member, but also a dear friend to Kelly and Mark.

Kelly Ripa Gives Tribute To A Great Man

Correspondingly, Kelly Ripa talks about Albert Bianchini who is the Live With Kelly And Mark show Emmy-nominated executive producer. Sadly, Albert and his family said “goodbye” to his dad, Ron, on Tuesday night. His father had a long battle with illness leading to his death. But Kelly reminisces with fond memories, saying, “If you knew Ron Bianchini, you were the luckiest person on earth.” And she sends her condolences to the family saying, “And we just wish the entire Bianchini family lots of love and support.” According to Albert, Ron waited until all of his children and grandchildren were surrounding him to pass away. Additionally, Kelly says, “We are so grateful that he had that moment with everyone.” Furthermore, Mark chimes in, “He lived a great life.” Then solemnly adds, “A life well lived.”

Kelly Ripa gives a shout-out to Ron. - Instagram
Kelly Ripa gives a shout-out to Ron. – Instagram

Albert Shares Memories

While Live With Kelly And Mark host, Kelly Ripa acknowledges the difficult passing for Albert Bianchini’s family, he also shares with fans. On Albert’s Instagram page, he shares a touching photo of him and his father hugging. Then he captions, “I felt this close to my Dad every day of our 50+ years together.” Then continues by describing a precious moment the family shared with Ron before his death. Albert says, “And for him to have me, Ronald, Peter, Christine, and his wife Elaine with him today when he passed, all telling him we loved him, will be a defining moment in all of our lives.” Additionally, giving a testament to their beliefs, he says, “If there’s one thing I know about those family members who have passed before him … the welcome party in heaven is of epic proportions!”

 

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Following Albert’s heartwarming post, Kelly Ripa comments on her friend’s post about his dad, Ron. She consoles, “Ron is taking charge up there! What a loving send off you all gave him. RIP Ron, until we meet again, I’ll bring the ice cream cake.”

Undoubtedly, the whole Live With Kelly And Mark crew is impacted by the tragic loss of executive producer, Albert Bianchini’s dad.

Bonnie Kaiser-Gambill

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