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\u2018Modern Family<\/a>\u2019 fans will be pleased to know that TV siblings Claire Dunphy (Julie Bowen<\/strong>) and Mitchell Dunphy (Jesse Tyler Ferguson<\/a><\/strong>) have kept their family<\/a> bond alive even after the show\u2019s end. In a recent social media post, Bowen shared photos of a reunion with Ferguson and his husband Justin Mikita<\/a><\/strong>, and fans were delighted by the pair\u2019s chemistry\u2014and Ferguson\u2019s surprising new look.<\/p>\n On Instagram, Bowen shared a series of photos of herself with her TV brother and his husband. She wrote, \u201cYay!!! Any day is a good day when I get to see my brother (and brother-in-law? It\u2019s getting confusing…) Happy Birthday, @jeffgreenbergcd.\u201d<\/p>\n 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\u2019s rapport is still evident.<\/p>\n Related: Ageless \u2018Modern Family\u2019 Star, 55, Looks \u2018Magical\u2019 at \u2018Happy Gilmore 2\u2019 Premiere<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Fans were quick to share their excitement about the reunion.<\/p>\n One wrote, \u201cBest brother\/sister<\/a> duo!!!! Love seeing that all of u are like a real fam!!!\u201d<\/p>\n Another added, \u201cI love Claire and Mitch also Jess and Julie.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cThey still call each other brother and sister,\u201d noted another fan.<\/p>\n Eagle-eyed social media users also noticed Ferguson was missing his signature beard, a hallmark of Mitchell Dunphy\u2019s on-camera look.<\/p>\n \u201cJesse I haven’t seen you without a beard since like never,\u201d said one fan.<\/p>\n Another gushed, \u201cThat smile<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n Jesse Tyler Ferguson, who first gained prominence in the Broadway production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee<\/a>, has returned to his theater roots while also appearing in scripted TV projects and competition and lifestyle reality programming. Ferguson also hosts the Dinner\u2019s On Me podcast, where he shares conversations about food and culture with Hollywood luminaries over dinner.<\/p>\n Ferguson may have bid a fond farewell to Mitchell\u2019s iconic facial hair, but fans are still eagerly embracing Modern Family reruns and the enduring friendship<\/a> of these beloved on-screen siblings.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfacSIGN UP for Parade’s Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox<\/strong><\/a>\ud83c\udfac<\/p>\n This story was originally published by Parade<\/a> on Jan 26, 2026, where it first appeared in the Celebs<\/a> section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\nFans React to the Reunion<\/h2>\n
What Julie Bowen and Jesse Tyler Ferguson Have Been Doing Since Modern Family<\/h2>\n