The viral return of an old bikini photo has sparked fresh conversation about Kelly Ripa’s daughter, Lola Consuelos. This time, however, the reaction has been very different, with many fans praising her confidence and celebrating how she has embraced her own image over the years.
At 25, Lola has spent much of her life in the public eye as the daughter of television personalities Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos. Growing up with famous parents meant that nearly every public appearance and social media post drew attention, and one bikini photo from years ago became the center of widespread online discussion.
A Bikini Selfie That Drew Widespread Attention
In July 2020, when Lola was 19, she shared a mirror selfie on her Instagram Story while wearing a white strapless bikini with matching high-waisted bottoms. The casual summer photo, taken in her bedroom, quickly spread across social media after being reposted by fan accounts.
The image prompted thousands of comments, many of which focused on her appearance rather than the photo itself. Some users debated whether her figure was natural, while others compared her body to that of her famous mother.
Following a Page Six post describing Lola as “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree,” one commenter argued that she looked nothing like Kelly Ripa because she had a noticeably curvier figure.
A Different Conversation Six Years Later
Years later, the same photo resurfaced alongside a recent bikini image, creating a side-by-side comparison that quickly attracted attention online.
Rather than criticizing her appearance, many people praised Lola’s confidence and natural beauty.
Facebook users filled the comments with supportive messages. One person called her “kind of perfect,” while another wrote that she looked “beautiful.” Others admired what they described as her natural figure and applauded her confidence.
The dramatic shift highlighted how differently many people now viewed the young singer compared to when the original photo first circulated.
Kelly Ripa Always Supported Her Daughter
Long before the internet’s opinion changed, Kelly Ripa had openly encouraged her daughter to embrace her confidence.
During PEOPLE’s Family Issue several years ago, Lola admitted she often borrowed her mother’s crop tops because she wanted clothing that highlighted her figure.
Kelly responded with enthusiasm, telling her daughter that if she had the same figure, she would proudly show it off as well.
The television host even joked that if she looked like Lola, she’d have no problem wearing revealing outfits all the time. While she teased her daughter about sometimes dressing lightly in cool weather, Kelly consistently praised Lola’s personal style and self-confidence.
Finding Confidence Beyond Social Media
Lola’s growing confidence has also been reflected in her music career.
In an interview with Hello! magazine, she explained that songwriting became a way to process emotions she had previously kept to herself. Writing her thoughts down helped her organize her feelings instead of allowing anxiety to take over.
Her debut EP, Sorry, It’s All About Me, marked a major milestone in her artistic journey and showcased a more personal side of the young performer.
She later celebrated the release with a live performance in London, where audiences praised her soulful R&B sound and mature vocals.
Over the past several years, Lola has increasingly embraced sharing her authentic self online, including more confident fashion choices and photos that reflect her own style rather than public expectations.
What was once a source of criticism has gradually become a story about self-confidence and personal growth. As recent reactions show, many fans now see Lola Consuelos as someone who has grown comfortable in her own skin while building her own identity beyond being Kelly Ripa’s daughter.