Check In on Modern Family’s Eric Stonestreet, Frances Anderson & More

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I can’t believe it’s been sixteen years since *Modern Family* first aired on ABC back in 2009! I’ve been a fan since day one, and I still love following what the cast is up to. Just recently, Eric Stonestreet, who played my favorite Cam Tucker, announced he’d gotten married to Lindsay Schweitzer – on his 54th birthday, no less! Jesse Tyler Ferguson, his onscreen husband Mitchell, was absolutely over the moon, joking about it being his favorite second marriage. It’s so heartwarming to see their bond extends beyond the show.

And it’s not just them! Aubrey Anderson-Emmons, who we all know as Lily, is now going by Frances Anderson as she pursues her music career. She explained she’s always had Frances as a middle name, and wanted a shorter, fresher name to represent this new chapter. It’s amazing to see these actors thriving both on and off screen, and I’m excited to see what they do next!

Ariel Winter says she’d be interested in a *Modern Family* reunion, but it’s not her decision. She told TopMob News that she’s open to the idea if the show’s creators approached her. In the meantime, you can find out what the rest of the cast – including Sofía Vergara, Ty Burrell, Julie Bowen, and Sarah Hyland – are doing now.

Sarah Hyland, who played Haley Dunphy, ended her run on *Modern Family* with her character finding happiness with Dylan and their twins. In real life, Hyland found love with Wells Adams, a bartender from *Bachelor in Paradise*, and they got married in 2022 with a ceremony officiated by her *Modern Family* costar Jesse Tyler Ferguson. She also spent two seasons hosting *Love Island USA* while enjoying the beautiful scenery of Fiji.

In addition to her other work, Sarah appeared in six episodes of *Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin* and performed on Broadway in *Little Shop of Horrors* and *The Great Gatsby*. When asked what advice she’d give her younger self, she told TopMob News in 2023, “Be kind to yourself, cherish the people around you, but prioritize self-love.”

While Ariel Winter’s character, Alex, went to work on a new project in Switzerland, the young actress herself stayed closer to home, leaving California with her boyfriend, Luke Benward.

Besides starring as the main character in Disney’s *Sofia the First*, the actress has lent her voice to shows like *American Dad!*, *Firebuds*, and *Star Trek: Lower Decks*. She also worked on the documentary series *SOSA Undercover*. In an October 2024 interview with TopMob News, she shared, “I recently felt like I discovered what I’m meant to do.” She explained that she originally wanted to be a doctor or lawyer, but now, as an entertainer, she can use her platform to help others, which has always been her goal.

Shortly after Luke Dunphy started at the University of Oregon, Nolan Gould embarked on his own journey. He playfully announced his travels on Instagram in December 2024, sharing a collection of photos of himself in different places with the caption, “Fell off the Earth again – here’s proof I’m still here!”

He updated Ferguson on what he’d been up to, explaining on his podcast, *Dinner’s On Me*, how he sold most of his possessions after *Modern Family* ended and spent time traveling across the country in a van. He managed to do this while also filming projects like the 2023 movie *Camp*, the 2024 short film *JOE*, and an episode of *Grey’s Anatomy*.

Aubrey Anderson-Emmons, who played the daughter of Cameron and Mitchell on *Modern Family* for nine seasons, once believed her acting days were over. She shared in a 2024 TikTok that she didn’t think she’d act again. However, after rediscovering her passion for performing in high school plays, she started auditioning again.

Now, she’s pursuing both acting and music, and has even changed her professional name to Frances Anderson. She told TopMob News in August 2025 that Frances is actually her middle name, honoring a family friend of her mother’s.

While a shorter name was appealing, Anderson also wanted to present a fresh image and create a dedicated space for her music career.

Rico Rodriguez, who played the surprisingly mature Manny on “Modern Family” alongside Sofía Vergara, has continued acting since the show ended. He’s been on an episode of Disney’s “Bunk’d” and will lend his voice to the animated movie “Sneaks” in 2025. Recently, he shared a photo of a 2023 reunion with his former “Modern Family” castmates, jokingly asking when they’ll all get together again.

Jeremy Maguire, in a recent interview with TopMob News, described being told he seems like a 30-year-old trapped in a child’s body. He added that people often say he has an ‘old soul,’ something he agrees with.

Jeremy Maguire, born in 2011, started playing Joe Pritchett on *Modern Family* in 2015-two years after the show first aired. He told TopMob that growing up on set, it was sometimes difficult to remember the cast weren’t his real family, especially since he was so close to everyone. He admitted he was very upset when the show ended because it had been the only life he’d ever known.

I’ve seen so many actors face setbacks, but this one really bounced back! He landed a role in all twelve episodes of the 2021 *Turner & Hooch* reboot on Disney+, which was fantastic. But he’s not just waiting for opportunities – he’s creating his own! He actually finds writing incredibly helpful, almost like a form of self-care. He’s been writing poems, short stories, and even little script outlines for projects he’d love to bring to life someday. It’s all about taking control and staying creative, which I always encourage!

Before landing the role of Phil Dunphy on *Modern Family*, Ty Burrell considered quitting acting. He and his wife even brainstormed other career options, but as he jokingly shared on *Good Morning America*, he quickly realized he didn’t have any other skills. “I had nothing,” he admitted, highlighting how much he relied on his acting abilities.

Even though he wasn’t counting on it, the actor from Oregon-who has two daughters, Frances and Greta, with his wife Holly Burrell-started a string of restaurants in Utah after finishing his role on *Modern Family* and joining the cast of Fox’s *Duncanville*.

Because he lives in Utah, he doesn’t see his former colleagues very often – he even missed a get-together at Sofia Vergara’s house in 2023, which led some fans to believe he was no longer with us. However, they still keep in touch regularly through group texts. He told *People* magazine in 2025 that the group became very close while working together and that everyone has remained connected since then.

Even five years after wrapping up her role as the no-nonsense Claire Dunphy, Julie Bowen still feels incredibly close to her former castmates. She considers them like family, recalling instances like supporting Sarah Hyland through a difficult relationship and attending Sofia Anderson-Emmons’ high school play. In a June 2024 interview on *The Skinny Confidential Him & Her Podcast*, Bowen shared, “I love them all-I look at them like my kids.” And regarding her on-screen stepdaughter, Sofia Vergara, Bowen told TopMob News in 2024 that they have a wonderfully close relationship, saying they “get along like a house on fire.”

The actress is currently enjoying a career boost with her roles in the Peacock thriller *Hysteria!* and the *Happy Gilmore* sequel. Despite her success, she revealed on the *All Good Things with Jason Nash* podcast in 2022 that she’s very careful with her money. She explained she lives with a constant fear of losing work and is genuinely afraid of not being able to find another job.

Although she jokingly said she’s been taking a break from dating since her divorce from Scott Phillips in 2018 – they have three sons, Oliver, John, and Gustav – she admitted she’d be happy to chat with Harry Styles. “Absolutely!” she said on *The Ellen DeGeneres Show*. “Just look at him!”

Gloria Pritchett on *Modern Family* made Sofía Vergara a star. Since the show ended, her career has shifted from purely comedic roles. While continuing to act in films like *This Is Me… Now* and *Despicable Me 4*, and serving as a judge on *America’s Got Talent* for six seasons and counting, Vergara, a mother to adult son Manolo, recently took on her first serious dramatic acting role.

Sofía Vergara received Golden Globe and Emmy nominations for her role as Griselda Blanco in the 2024 Netflix miniseries *Griselda*. She told Laverne Cox on *Live From TopMob: Emmys* that the nominations were unexpected. “It was a surprise for me,” Vergara shared, adding that it was her first time acting in a dramatic role, and surprisingly, her first time acting in Spanish.

After ending her marriage to Joe Manganiello two years ago, Sofia Vergara shared in January 2025 that she’s focusing on attracting positive things into her life. She expressed a desire for good health, financial stability, and a new romantic partner – whether a boyfriend or something more casual.

The plans for a spin-off following Mitchell Pritchett and his husband Cam Tucker (Eric Stonestreet) to Missouri were cancelled, and the producers seem to have been the reason. Eric Stonestreet explained on *Watch What Happens Live* that after eleven seasons, the producers likely felt it was time to explore new storylines and characters. They were probably questioning if this particular family was the right fit for a continued story.

For those wanting a nostalgic revisit, Craig Ferguson’s podcast, *Dinner’s On Me*, features interviews with his former colleagues and stars like Gavin Rossdale and Chelsea Handler. Beyond the podcast, Ferguson has been actively working on films, including *Cocaine Bear*, and stage plays like *Here We Are*.

The TV star is married to actor and producer Justin Mikita, and together they have two sons, Beckett and Sullivan.

Actor Cam Stonestreet, originally from Kansas and known for his time as a football coach, is enjoying a busy acting career. He’s recently appeared in *American Auto* and *The Santa Clauses*, and will be featured in the upcoming *Dexter: Resurrection* revival. In a playful March 2025 Instagram post, the Kansas City Chiefs fan announced his new roles, saying he was “very excited to work with this outstanding group of people.”

In real life, actor Eric Stonestreet married nurse Lindsay Schweitzer. He announced their marriage on his 54th birthday in September 2025, sharing the news on Instagram with a post saying, “It’s my birthday and guess what I got? I got married!”

Ed O’Neill was already well-known as a TV dad after playing Al Bundy for eleven seasons on *Married…with Children*. When he was offered the role of Jay Pritchett, the family patriarch on *Modern Family*, he was hesitant about doing another sitcom. However, as he explained on *The Jenny McCarthy Show* in 2016, reading the script convinced him he had to take the part.

He recently played Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling in the 2024 film *Clipped* and is also appearing in Ryan Murphy’s new legal drama series, *All’s Fair*.

For many years, former Youngstown State football player David Sims has considered actress Catherine Rusoff his life partner. Together, they are the parents of two daughters, Claire and Sophia.

Despite having a complicated relationship with Haley for years, the former *Good Luck Charlie* star became an official part of the family when their twins were introduced on screen. He called it “the best job of my life” in a 2020 Instagram post.

He’s acted in the short films *Always Come in Second* and *Nest* since then, but announced his retirement from acting during an Instagram Live session in September 2024. He explained that acting had been a long journey, but he felt it was time to stop, as the entire process was ultimately unhealthy for him.

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2025-09-23 10:18