Ripa announced Strahan as her new co-host this morning following a week or two of internet rumors which had reported Strahan’s attachment to the talk show as a done deal.
In a statement issued via The Hollywood Reporter by executive producer Michael Gelman, he stated: “As a guest co-host, Michael’s chemistry with Kelly was off the charts, and continued to grow each time he visited the show. The interaction between the co-hosts always has been what makes this show different from any other on television. Kelly and Michael’s ability to play off of one another and just plain have a good time together creates great TV for the audience.”