‘Modern Family’ fans will be pleased to know that TV siblings Claire Dunphy (Julie Bowen) and Mitchell Dunphy (Jesse Tyler Ferguson) have kept their family bond alive even after the show’s end. In a recent social media post, Bowen shared photos of a reunion with Ferguson and his husband Justin Mikita, and fans were delighted by the pair’s chemistry—and Ferguson’s surprising new look.
On Instagram, Bowen shared a series of photos of herself with her TV brother and his husband. She wrote, “Yay!!! Any day is a good day when I get to see my brother (and brother-in-law? It’s getting confusing…) Happy Birthday, @jeffgreenbergcd.”
Bowen and Ferguson look like no time has passed since the Modern Family finale in April 2020. Having spent 11 seasons together playing the Dunphy siblings, the comedic duo’s rapport is still evident.
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Fans React to the Reunion
Fans were quick to share their excitement about the reunion.
One wrote, “Best brother/sister duo!!!! Love seeing that all of u are like a real fam!!!”
Another added, “I love Claire and Mitch also Jess and Julie.”
“They still call each other brother and sister,” noted another fan.
Eagle-eyed social media users also noticed Ferguson was missing his signature beard, a hallmark of Mitchell Dunphy’s on-camera look.
“Jesse I haven’t seen you without a beard since like never,” said one fan.
Another gushed, “That smile.”
What Julie Bowen and Jesse Tyler Ferguson Have Been Doing Since Modern Family
Modern Family may have ended in 2020, but the mockumentary-style comedy remains as popular as ever, and its stars are still fan favorites. Julie Bowen has stayed busy with producing projects that highlight women-led stories and comedy.
Jesse Tyler Ferguson, who first gained prominence in the Broadway production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, has returned to his theater roots while also appearing in scripted TV projects and competition and lifestyle reality programming. Ferguson also hosts the Dinner’s On Me podcast, where he shares conversations about food and culture with Hollywood luminaries over dinner.
Ferguson may have bid a fond farewell to Mitchell’s iconic facial hair, but fans are still eagerly embracing Modern Family reruns and the enduring friendship of these beloved on-screen siblings.
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