Howie Mandel Is NOW Regretting His Apology to Kelly Ripa

Plot twist: Howie Mandel is having serious second thoughts about apologizing to Kelly Ripa. Apparently, the whole thing was a bigger deal than we thought, and he’s not happy about how it went down.

Here’s what went down: During an on-air exchange, Kelly and her husband Mark Consuelos made some comments about Howie’s appearance. He clearly didn’t love it in the moment. But instead of clapping back, Howie actually apologized to them — which seemed like the mature move at the time. Except now? He’s kicking himself for backing down.

Sources say Mandel feels like he rolled over too easily and let them off the hook when he should’ve stood his ground. The whole situation apparently left a bitter taste, and now he’s regretting playing nice. It’s giving “I should’ve said something” energy.

No word yet on whether there’s been any follow-up between them, but honestly, the fact that Howie is still stewing about this months later says everything. Sometimes an apology just opens the door to more drama.

Based on reporting from Page Six.