7 'Modern Family' cast members who want a show revival: From Sofia Vergara to Ariel Winter
7 'Modern Family' stars who are willing to rejoin if show is revived
The ABC sitcom 'Modern Family,' which premiered in 2009, portrayed the charming chaos of three generations of a suburban California family. The main cast featured father Jay Pritchett (Ed O’Neill) and his two adult children: Claire Dunphy (Julie Bowen) and Mitchell Pritchett (Jesse Tyler Ferguson). Jay’s new life with his wife, Gloria (Sofia Vergara), included her son, Manny (Rico Rodriguez), and their own child, Joe (Jeremy Maguire). Claire, along with her husband, Phil Dunphy (Ty Burrell), navigated parenting their three children: Haley (Sarah Hyland), Alex (Ariel Winter), and Luke (Nolan Gould). Mitchell and his husband, Cameron Tucker (Eric Stonestreet), completed their family with adopted children Lily (Aubrey Anderson-Emmons) and Rexford. Since 'Modern Family' aired its heartfelt series finale in 2020, fans have been clamoring for a revival, and it turns out that some of the show’s beloved cast members are on the same page.
1. Ed O'Neill wants 'everybody involved' for a 'Modern Family' revival
Ed O'Neill, the iconic Jay Pritchett, has always embodied a no-nonsense attitude both on and off the screen. When asked about the possibility of returning to 'Modern Family,' O'Neill revealed a bit of his inner conflict. While he’s not exactly eager to dive back into the family antics, he assured fans that he wouldn’t stand in the way of a reunion. “I like everybody involved, so I wouldn’t be the guy who says no if everyone else wants to,” O'Neill shared with TV Insider. His response is classic Jay—reluctant but loyal, always considering the bigger picture.
2. Jesse Tyler Ferguson reveals 'no reboot'
Jesse Tyler Ferguson aka Mitchell Pritchett recently set the internet abuzz with a nostalgic Instagram Story—a snapshot of the Dunphy home, captioned, "Haven't seen this view in a while." Fans immediately began speculating about a 'Modern Family' revival, with their excitement reaching a fever pitch. However, Ferguson tempered expectations during an interview with Screen Rant at the Tribeca Film Festival in June this year. "You're going to be so disappointed; I have no new information," he admitted with a smile. He didn’t leave fans empty-handed, though, teasing, "Something is coming, but it's not a reboot. It's something that I had a lot of fun doing." While the mystery project may not be the revival fans hoped for, Ferguson’s hint suggests there’s still something special in store.
3. Ariel Winter often thinks of a 'Modern Family' spinoff
Ariel Winter, who brilliantly portrayed Alex Dunphy on 'Modern Family,' hinted at the possibility of a reunion or spin-off. Speaking to PopCulture.com in June 2022, Winter expressed the cast’s enthusiasm for collaborating again, noting they would all love to return. However, she suggested that revisiting the original show’s ending might be challenging. "I think it would need to be a spinoff," she mused, pondering where the beloved characters might be now. While she admitted she had no idea if it would actually happen, she acknowledged that 'Modern Family' ended on a high note, leaving fans with the perfect farewell.
4. Sarah Hyland's firm 'maybe' on a revival
Sarah Hyland, who played Haley Dunphy, left fans intrigued when she addressed the possibility of a 'Modern Family' revival during an interview with Variety in April. When asked about returning as the lovable and sometimes scatter-brained Haley, her response was a classic tease: “Maybe. I’m not saying no. I’m not saying yes immediately.” While she kept her answer vague, Hyland expressed a desire to explore unfinished aspects of her character. "I would love to see Haley be successful in her work," she shared, noting that this part of Haley’s journey didn’t get the resolution it deserved.
5. Aubrey Anderson-Emmons' mother is curious about a reboot
When your mom casually asks if you’d be interested in a revival of a hit TV show, it’s not your average conversation. But for Aubrey Anderson-Emmons, who won hearts as Lily Tucker-Pritchett on 'Modern Family,' this is just another day. In a candid interview with the Daily Mail in February, Anderson-Emmons revealed that her mother had asked if she would consider returning to the beloved series. “I think maybe if it happened — and probably if it did happen — I would be out of high school. So honestly, that would be fine with me, but I want to stay in high school because I have less than a year and a half left,” she mused. Despite the tempting prospect, Anderson-Emmons emphasized that her studies come first.
6. Sofia Vergara would do a 'Modern Family' reboot 'in a second'
Sofia Vergara is more than ready to return as Gloria Pritchett if 'Modern Family' were to make a comeback. “I mean, I would do it in a second,” Vergara declared on the 'Awards Chatter' podcast in May 2024. Her enthusiasm for reprising her role is palpable, she’s eager “just for the experience of doing it again,” though she admits she’s unsure whether it would be “good or bad.” Back in January 2024, during an appearance on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,' Vergara humorously dismissed the idea of a reboot, suggesting “it doesn’t seem right” to revisit the series just yet. She joked about the urgency, saying, “We don’t have much time because Ed is old,” referring to her co-star Ed O’Neill. Despite the playful banter, it’s clear Vergara has a genuine affection for the show and would eagerly embrace the chance to revisit Gloria.
7. Nolan Gould eager to rejoin 'Modern Family' cast
Nolan Gould, who played the adorable Luke Dunphy on the show, has also expressed his desire to come back to work with his co-stars. He mentioned to Us Weekly that he would "jump at the chance" to return to the series. “I love that family. I love that show. If there is anything in the works, you can best believe I’m in,” Gould shared in June.
