The Dunphys And Pritchetts: 10 Modern Family Cast Members & Their Shocking New Lives In 2025
It has been five years since the Dunphy-Pritchett-Tucker family bid a tearful farewell on television, yet the curiosity surrounding the Modern Family cast remains at an all-time high. As of late 2024 and early 2025, the stars who brought the beloved characters to life are not just acting—they are launching new production companies, making surprising career pivots into music, returning to iconic film franchises, and even taking on roles as serial killers.
The transition from a long-running, Emmy-winning sitcom to new, diverse projects has revealed incredible versatility and ambition. From major Broadway debuts to dark, edgy streaming roles, here is a definitive, up-to-date look at what the Modern Family cast is doing now, including their most exciting and unexpected ventures in 2025.
The Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker Family: A Complete 2025 Profile
The core ensemble of Modern Family has scattered across the entertainment landscape, with each actor finding a unique path that both honors and challenges their iconic roles. This list details the current status and major projects for the nine main cast members.
- Sofía Vergara (Gloria Pritchett):
- Born: July 10, 1972 (Barranquilla, Colombia)
- Current Status: Actress, Producer, Entrepreneur.
- 2025 Highlights: Continuing her relationship with new boyfriend, businessman Douglass Chabbott. Made headlines after missing the 2025 Emmy Awards due to an allergic reaction.
- Key Recent Project: Starring as Griselda Blanco in the critically acclaimed Netflix limited series Griselda (2024).
- Ed O'Neill (Jay Pritchett):
- Born: April 12, 1946 (Youngstown, Ohio)
- Current Status: Actor, Voice Actor.
- 2025 Highlights: Maintaining a selective acting career, focusing on new media and streaming projects. His voice was featured in a high-profile political advertisement for The Lincoln Project in late 2024.
- Key Recent Project: Continues to receive significant earnings from his long-running roles in Modern Family and Married... with Children.
- Julie Bowen (Claire Dunphy):
- Born: March 3, 1970 (Baltimore, Maryland)
- Current Status: Actress, Director, Producer.
- 2025 Highlights: Reprising her role as Virginia Venit in the highly anticipated sequel Happy Gilmore 2, with the film's premiere reportedly taking place in July 2025.
- Key Recent Project: Starring role in the Blumhouse time-travel slasher film Totally Killer (2023).
- Ty Burrell (Phil Dunphy):
- Born: August 22, 1967 (Grants Pass, Oregon)
- Current Status: Actor, Producer, Restaurateur.
- 2025 Highlights: Set to star in and executive produce a new ABC comedy pilot titled Forgive and Forget. He also launched a production company with a first-look deal at Disney.
- Key Recent Project: Active as a restaurateur, owning several businesses in Utah.
- Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Mitchell Pritchett):
- Born: October 22, 1975 (Missoula, Montana)
- Current Status: Actor, Broadway Star, Producer.
- 2025 Highlights: Busy on the stage, participating in Off-Broadway productions like Twelfth Night (which saw a reunion with Sofía Vergara) and Bronco Billy: The Musical. He also hosted a special on The Roku Channel in August 2025.
- Eric Stonestreet (Cameron Tucker):
- Born: September 9, 1971 (Kansas City, Kansas)
- Current Status: Actor, Producer.
- 2025 Highlights: Taking a dramatic turn, he is set to portray a serial killer suspect named Al in the Showtime drama series Dexter: Resurrection. He also secured a deal with Amazon Prime Video to star in and executive-produce a new project.
- Sarah Hyland (Haley Dunphy):
- Born: November 24, 1990 (New York City, New York)
- Current Status: Actress, Broadway Performer, Advocate.
- 2025 Highlights: Staging her major Broadway return in the musical adaptation of The Great Gatsby and is also slated to join the cast of the Broadway play JUST IN TIME in September 2025. She is also involved in the Purina "Courageous Together" campaign.
- Ariel Winter (Alex Dunphy):
- Born: January 28, 1998 (Los Angeles, California)
- Current Status: Actress, Activist.
- 2025 Highlights: Starring in the upcoming screenlife horror film Don't Log Off and the comedy-drama POOLS. She is also set to appear in a family superhero flick and has been involved with the SOSA organization.
- Nolan Gould (Luke Dunphy):
- Born: October 28, 1998 (Columbus, Georgia)
- Current Status: Actor.
- 2025 Highlights: Starring in the world premiere of the play Yes in late 2025, a project that showcases his move towards edgier, more challenging roles.
- Key Recent Project: Appeared in the 2024 film The Nana Project.
The Shocking New Directions: From Sitcom Star to Serial Killer
The most compelling aspect of the cast's post-Modern Family careers is the deliberate effort to shed their long-held comedic personas and explore darker, more complex roles. This transition demonstrates a commitment to topical authority and dramatic range that has surprised many fans.
Eric Stonestreet’s Dark Turn: After a decade of playing the lovable, flamboyant Cameron Tucker, Eric Stonestreet is making the most dramatic shift. His role as a suspected serial killer in the highly anticipated revival series Dexter: Resurrection is a complete 180. This choice immediately positions him as a versatile actor capable of intense drama, moving far beyond the Cam and Mitch dynamic that defined his career. The project, filmed in New York, is a testament to his successful pivot into the crime-drama genre.
Sofía Vergara’s Gritty Transformation: While not a 2025 release, Sofía Vergara's portrayal of the notorious drug queenpin Griselda Blanco in the Netflix series was a crucial step in her post-Gloria career. The show allowed her to showcase a dramatic, bilingual performance, proving her ability to lead a major streaming project outside of her established comedic wheelhouse. Her continued presence on the red carpet, including the Golden Globes, shows her sustained relevance in high-profile Hollywood circles.
Ariel Winter and Nolan Gould Go Indie: The younger stars are embracing independent and genre cinema. Ariel Winter’s upcoming screenlife horror film, Don't Log Off, and the comedy-drama POOLS highlight a move towards niche, character-driven projects. Similarly, Nolan Gould is challenging himself with the world premiere of the play Yes, indicating a focus on theatrical and independent film work over mainstream TV.
The Broadway and Legacy Power Moves
For several members of the cast, the end of the sitcom was a gateway to returning to their roots in theater or leveraging their fame into new production ventures, securing their long-term legacy in the industry.
Sarah Hyland’s Broadway Triumph: Sarah Hyland (Haley Dunphy) is making a significant mark on the New York stage. Her starring role in The Great Gatsby Musical in early 2025 is a major career milestone, showcasing her singing and dramatic chops to a live audience. This is complemented by her role in JUST IN TIME later in the year, cementing her as a genuine Broadway star. Hyland’s off-screen advocacy, including her partnership with Purina to support domestic abuse survivors, also demonstrates a commitment to using her platform for social good.
Jesse Tyler Ferguson’s Theatrical Dominance: Already an established theater veteran, Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Mitchell Pritchett) is thriving on the stage. He has been involved in multiple Off-Broadway projects, including Bronco Billy: The Musical and the one-episode special on The Roku Channel. His commitment to the theater community remains a cornerstone of his career, often reuniting with former cast members like Sofía Vergara, who visited him during his run in Twelfth Night.
Ty Burrell’s Behind-the-Scenes Influence: Ty Burrell (Phil Dunphy) has strategically moved into a powerful behind-the-scenes role. His new production company and first-look deal with Disney ensure he will continue to develop and shape projects for years to come. Furthermore, his return to ABC with the comedy pilot Forgive and Forget signals a desire to both produce and star in the next generation of network comedy hits, securing his legacy as a comedy heavyweight.
The Next Generation: Music, Activism, and the Future
The youngest cast members are defining their post-show identities by branching out into entirely new creative fields, signaling a fresh start beyond the shadow of their iconic TV roles.
Aubrey Anderson-Emmons’ Musical Pivot: Aubrey Anderson-Emmons, who played Lily Tucker-Pritchett, has made a surprising and exciting career pivot into the music industry. She is now focusing on her debut EP, a project that she describes as an "ethereal" sound, and has also adopted the stage name Frances Anderson. This shift from acting to being a singer and musician represents a coming-of-age and a bold step into a new artistic direction, a move that was celebrated at the 2025 American Music Awards.
The Reunion Question: Despite their busy schedules, the bonds of the Modern Family cast remain strong. Numerous small reunions have occurred, such as Aubrey Anderson-Emmons and Eric Stonestreet meeting up, and the cast frequently expresses an openness to a full-scale reunion or reboot in the future. This enduring connection, coupled with their individual successes in 2025, fuels the continuous hope among fans for a future return of the entire Dunphy-Pritchett clan.
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