Howie Mandel apologized to Kelly Ripa via Instagram after a tense debate regarding aging during his recent appearance on Live with Kelly and Mark.The 70-year-old comedian sparked backlash for dismissing Ripa's compliment that he looks great for his age by comparing it to a backhanded insult.Mandel clarified that his remarks were intended as a joke and emphasized his long-standing professional friendship with Ripa while finally accepting the praise.