Gabriel Basso dodges hug with Kelly Ripa in front of Mark Consuelos

One day after surprising Lara Spencer by calling her “ma’am” on Good Morning America, actor Gabriel Basso found himself in another amusing situation on Live With Kelly and Mark. During his appearance to promote season 2 of The Night Agent, Basso attempted to avoid hugging Kelly Ripa in front of her husband, Mark Consuelos, leading to a comical interaction.

The Awkward Hug Moment

The Night Agent actor made his way onto the morning show set amidst cheers from the audience. As he approached Ripa, he extended his hand outward, prompting a moment of confusion. Ripa initially went in for a hug, but quickly adapted to meet Basso’s handshake before finally embracing him.

The Light-hearted Exchange

Ripa jokingly addressed the awkward encounter by welcoming Basso and questioning if the hug attempt was strange. Basso responded by explaining his intention to offer a handshake due to Ripa being married, which elicited laughter from Consuelos.

Making Things Less Awkward

Ripa playfully mentioned that Consuelos was initially going to hug Basso, but she intervened to make the situation less awkward. Basso admitted missing Consuelos’ gesture, to which Ripa reassured him that everything was fine before continuing with the interview.

Kelly Ripa shakes Gabriel Basso’s hand on ‘Live’.

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Politeness Pays Off

Basso’s courteous nature was evident in his previous appearance on GMA, where he surprised Lara Spencer by addressing her as “ma’am.” This unexpected gesture led to a lighthearted moment as Spencer playfully scolded him for using the term.

Upcoming Season 2 of The Night Agent

Basso’s series of morning show appearances precede the highly anticipated season 2 of The Night Agent, set to premiere on Jan. 23 on Netflix. The actor’s profile received a boost from his role as VP-elect J.D. Vance in the acclaimed 2020 drama Hillbilly Elegy, which was also on the same streaming platform.

Where to Watch Live with Kelly and Mark

Live with Kelly and Mark airs on weekdays in syndication. Viewers can check their local listings to find the showtimes in their respective areas.

FAQs

Q: Why did Gabriel Basso try to avoid hugging Kelly Ripa on Live with Kelly and Mark?

A: Basso attempted to avoid hugging Ripa due to her being married and opted for a handshake instead.

Q: When does season 2 of The Night Agent premiere?

A: Season 2 of The Night Agent is set to debut on Jan. 23 on Netflix.

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