Kelly Ripa Welcomes Ethan Hawke, Sarah McLachlan on Live’s Season 38 Premiere

Kelly Ripa returned to the “Live with Kelly and Mark” stage today in New York City, hosting actors Ethan Hawke and singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan on the Season 38 premiere. The pair joined Ripa and co-host Mark Consuelos for interviews and performances ahead of the weekend’s biggest cultural releases.

The episode kicked off with Ethan Hawke discussing his upcoming thriller, sharing behind-the-scenes anecdotes and a teaser clip. Grammy Award-winner Sarah McLachlan then performed an acoustic rendition of her new single, “Resilience,” filmed live in the studio. Viewers also got an exclusive look at McLachlan’s creative process and her philanthropic work in music education.

Highlights of today’s show:

• Ethan Hawke Interview: Hawke spoke about directing his latest film, described as a “genre-bending mystery,” and revealed how he prepares for roles later in his career.
• Sarah McLachlan Performance: McLachlan delivered a stripped-down version of “Resilience,” prompting Ripa to call it “spellbinding.”
• Behind-the-Scenes Segments: Ripa and Consuelos showcased bloopers from rehearsals and shared lighthearted banter about their on-air dynamic.

With this episode, “Live with Kelly and Mark” continues its streak as daytime television’s go-to destination for celebrity interviews, musical performances, and authentic host interaction.

• Episode info courtesy of Live’s official site