Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos' kids have been cut off.
From taking part in the family Christmas card, that is. And ultimately, the Live With Kelly and Mark cohosts' decision to omit Michael, 28, Lola, 24, and Joaquin, 22, from the annual mailing stems from a simple issue.
"We're tired of getting all the photos approved by our kids every year," Mark explained in a joint interview published by People on Dec. 7, to which Kelly quipped, "We've cut them out."
And the couple's kids were not happy with the decision.
"They complained that they're not in the Christmas card this year," Kelly shared. "They feel very slighted, and 'How could you?' and I said, 'I am tired of waiting around for you to approve a picture."
But the 55-year-old insisted this year’s holiday card is still a "great one"—and definitely spreads holiday cheer.
"We took a picture on the set with the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders," she said, "and Mark is in the middle and we're all in our special outfits and Mark just has a look on his face, he's so excited and happy. He's the happiest I've ever seen him be in a Christmas card."
Indeed, this is not the first time the pair have cut their children out of their holiday card.
"The other year that we did this, our kids were also being non-cooperative," Mark explained, "and we took a photo of me with my family on Riverdale."
And Kelly confirmed his story, adding, "That was another good Christmas card."
In addition to omitting Michael, Lola and Joaquin from their Christmas card, the couple are also debating making a key change to their children's gifts.
"Kids are old now," Mark said during the Nov. 20 episode of Live With Kelly and Mark. "I’m not getting them anything."
After Kelly expressed shock, he noted "They get money."
"Give them like a check or something and say, 'Merry Christmas!’” he continued, joking, "That sounds bad. That sounds really bad."
The pair recently also shared insight into another annual Christmas tradition—one their kids still take part in.
"I usually get everybody pajamas [that are] monogrammed for the night before," Kelly explained on the Nov. 21 episode of Live With Kelly and Mark, explaining that her husband "wears them once a year for me."
She continued, "I'm like, 'Look, I don't ask for much. You've done nothing for this holiday. You've contributed nothing. You've purchased nothing. You've baked nothing. You've set nothing up. Put on the [censored] PJs."
As Kelly and Mark and their kids prepare to celebrate the holidays, look back at their cutest family moments...
Empty Nest, No Problem
For the first September in at least 20 years that she didn't have a kid to see off to school, Kelly filled the void with a throwback from 2008.
Look Out, Behind You!
Looks like Michael's about to get the drop on his little sister in this pic their dad shared on Lola's 19th birthday in 2020.
Class of 2021
Joaquin is surrounded by love at his high school graduation.
Big Men on Campus
"Looks like @instasuelos just found out he won't be @joaquinconsuelos roommate in the fall," Kelly teased during a trip to Ann Arbor before Joaquin started at University of Michigan.
Kelly took a few days off in March 2022 to watch the Wolverines compete in the Division 1 Wrestling Championships in Detroit.
Still a freshman, Joaquin didn't wrestle this time, but still, Kelly said on Live upon her return, "It took years off my life watching these young men."
Generational Health
The whole family finally made it to Greece and Italy in June 2021 after the pandemic had other plans in 2020.
"Last year's graduation trip for our oldest son and niece was delayed long enough to become a graduation trip for the family newborns as well," Kelly shared.
Heavenly Holiday
This family pic from their Mediterranean getaway turned out so well, Kelly made it their 2021 holiday card.
A Sweet Memory
"Happy Easter from the year 2012 because Lola approved this photo," Kelly captioned this throwback, never missing a chance to tease her perpetually appalled teen on social media.
Beautiful Girls
Mark wished the "spectacular women" in his life a happy International Women's Day.
Apples of Her Eye
"Happy Valentine's Day to the loves of my life!" Kelly wrote from the heart on Feb. 14, 2022.
Nice View if You Can Get It
Kelly celebrated the fruits of her labor on National Sons Day, Sept. 28, 2021.
Mommy & Son
Kelly and Mark's eldest child, son Michael Consuelos, 24 at the time, posted this sweet throwback photo of him and his mom on her 51st birthday in 2021, writing, "Happy Birthday, Mom!! I hope you have the greatest day ever. You're a badass and an inspiration to everyone. Also, when I call you a T. Rex, I mean it as a compliment. You should know that by now."
History Repeating
In August 2020, Kelly Ripa shared an epic recreation of an old family photo from 2003 on Instagram. With youngest son Joaquin on her lap and older kids Michael and Lola perfectly in place, we'd say they nailed it despite the fact that, as Kelly noted, "objects may appear larger."
Glad Grad
In May 2020, Kelly and Mark celebrated eldest son Michael's graduation—albeit a virtual one, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic—from New York University. Marking the occasion, Kelly wrote on Instagram, "And just like that you graduated college. MJC, the joy and pride you have brought our family is indescribable. I love you with all my heart."
All Grown Up
From kids to teenagers! "#tbt 2011 vs. 2019 Les murs sont devenus plus petits," Kelly shared in an Instagram post that showed just how much her kids have grown.
School's Out
"The Graduate #2019," Kelly wrote on Instagram celebrating Lola's final days of high school.
Star-Studded Walk
Kelly receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2015 was an all-hands-on-deck event.
Milestone Moments
Kelly matched her son's gown and the flowers at Joaquin's middle school graduation.
Selfie Time
When your family is this beautiful, you would likely be posing for selfies more often than not too.
Joy to the World
Holidays always bring family together and this famous crew is no exception.
Family Fun Day
Back in 2003, Kelly and husband Mark Consuelos celebrated the opening night for A Year With Frog and Toad at Maxine's in New York City.
Red Carpet Pros
Back in 2001, Mark and Kelly took their son to the ATLANTIS The Lost Empire premiere at the Ziegfeld Theatre in New York City.
Snow Day
Whether they are traveling somewhere hot and tropical or cool and snowy, this family always knows how to have a good time.