Overview

• Jesse Tyler Ferguson successfully campaigned to change a Modern Family promotional photo he felt perpetuated a gay stereotype, emphasizing the importance of authentic representation.
• On his podcast, Ferguson revealed his efforts to portray Mitchell Pritchett as part of a committed, non-stereotypical same-sex couple raising a child on network television.
• Ty Burrell shared that he initially struggled during his first audition for Phil Dunphy, receiving critical feedback from ABC executives before securing the role with a second, more improvisational audition.
• Modern Family, which aired from 2009 to 2020, remains a cultural touchstone, celebrated for its portrayal of a diverse extended family and its 22 Primetime Emmy wins.
• The cast's reflections on their experiences, shared through recent podcasts and interviews, continue to engage fans and highlight the show's lasting legacy.