"I just didn't really feel the need or desire to go back to it,” she continues. “It wasn't really a choice or a thought, it was just, 'Yeah, I guess I don't drink anymore. '" And as it turns out, staying away from alcohol was a much simpler decision than, say, quitting smoking when she did so around 25 years ago.

Why did Ripa stop drinking?

Kelly Ripa gave up alcohol after realizing that she felt better without it, according to an article published by People on Wednesday. The 49-year-old "Live With Kelly and Ryan" host first cut out alcohol during a "sober month" with her friends. By the end of the challenge, Ripa said she didn't feel the need to drink.

Is Kelly Ripa still alcohol free?

Kelly Ripa is renowned for her slim figure and has spoken over the years about her healthy lifestyle, which includes regular workout sessions and clean eating. The Live with Kelly and Ryan star has also stopped drinking alcohol, which has helped her maintain her slender physique.