Kelly Ripa addresses Thanksgiving stuffing debate and urges fans to focus on bigger issues

Kelly Ripa faced backlash for sparking a debate over whether the Thanksgiving side dish is called "stuffing" or "dressing." On her show, she responded to critics, urging them to focus on more important issues and sharing regional differences in terminology. Ripa referenced an article from "Better Homes and Gardens" to support her claim about the naming variations. She read sanitized viewer comments, highlighting differing family traditions regarding the dish's preparation and naming. Her co-host, Mark Consuelos, noted that a recent report showed 56% of Americans prefer side dishes over turkey at Thanksgiving, with "stuffing/dressing" being the most popular choice among various generations.