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Modern Family Cast: A Look Back at the Beloved ABC Comedy and Its Star-Studded Ensemble
The popular ABC comedy series ‘Modern Family‘ first premiered in September 2009 and ran for 11 seasons until its conclusion in 2020. The show, which follows the lives of three related families, starred a talented ensemble cast that included Ed O’Neill as Jay Pritchett, Julie Bowen as Claire Dunphy, Ty Burrell as Phil Dunphy, Sofia Vergara as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett, Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Mitchell Pritchett, Eric Stonestreet as Cameron Tucker, Sarah Hyland as Haley Dunphy, Ariel Winter as Alex Dunphy, Nolan Gould as Luke Dunphy, and Rico Rodriguez as Manny Delgado. Aubrey Anderson-Emmons also joined the cast later on as Lily Tucker-Pritchett, the adopted daughter of Mitchell and Cameron.
During its run, ‘Modern Family’ garnered numerous accolades, including 22 Primetime Emmy Awards and five Screen Actors Guild Awards. It was also ranked as one of the Best Shows of All Time by TV Guide. The cast’s performances were a significant factor in the show’s success, with many of the actors receiving individual awards and nominations for their roles.
Since the show’s end, the cast members have pursued various projects. For instance, Julie Bowen, Ty Burrell, and Sofia Vergara have continued to work in television and film, while Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Eric Stonestreet have been involved in several stage productions. The cast has also remained active on social media, with memorable moments such as Aubrey Anderson-Emmons teaching her on-screen dads, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Eric Stonestreet, how to use TikTok during the filming of the final season.
‘Modern Family’ is currently available for streaming on platforms like Hulu and Disney Plus, allowing fans to revisit the beloved series.