Renowned actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson, known for his role as Mitchell Pritchett on the beloved sitcom “Modern Family,” recently had a heartwarming reunion with his on-screen daughter, Aubrey Anderson-Emmons. The touching reunion took place at Anderson-Emmons’ high school play, where the two shared a delightful moment.
Ferguson, who posted a heartwarming snapshot of their meeting on Instagram, expressed his admiration for Anderson-Emmons’ talent. He wrote, “Got to see my talented pretend daughter @aubreyandersonemmons in her high school production of THE BURN.” This endearing moment brought back fond memories of their time together on “Modern Family.”
Reflecting on how much time has passed since their first meeting, Ferguson noted that Anderson-Emmons was only a few months older at the time than his eldest child is today. Jesse Tyler Ferguson, together with his husband Justin Mikita, is a loving parent to two children: Beckett, 3, and Sullivan, who is about to turn 1 this month.
In his heartfelt Instagram caption, Ferguson concluded by saying, “Look at her now!!! Congrats, Aubrey! You were SO great! Love you! You make a pretend papa proud.” The touching reunion between this on-screen father-daughter duo reminds us of the enduring bonds formed through the magic of television, as well as the support within the LGBTQ community.
Anderson-Emmons, who played Lily, the adopted daughter of Mitchell and Cameron, had been a vital part of “Modern Family” from season 3 until the show’s 11th and final season in 2020. This reunion not only tugs at the heartstrings of fans but also highlights the lasting connections forged within the world of entertainment and the LGBTQ representation that “Modern Family” provided over the years.