Jesse Tyler Ferguson said earlier this month that he is not in favor of a Modern Family spinoff [1, 3].
Ferguson's comments address ongoing speculation regarding the future of the hit series. As a central figure of the original ensemble, his stance provides a significant indicator of whether a revival or spin-off is likely to materialize.
The actor appeared in New York City for the Broadway premiere of the musical "Giant" on March 23 [1]. During the event, he discussed the enduring legacy of his role in Modern Family and the way fans interact with him in public.
"People are always saying 'shame' to my face," Ferguson said [1]. He said that fans also frequently ask, "Where's Lily?" [1].
Beyond the premiere, Ferguson has maintained ties with his former colleagues. He recently reunited with Modern Family castmates at an unspecified off-Broadway show [2]. While the reunion suggests a positive personal relationship between the actors, it does not signal a professional return to the series.
Ferguson has spent much of his recent career balancing television success with stage performances. His appearance at the "Giant" premiere highlights his continued presence in the New York theater scene, a space where he often returns between major screen projects [1, 2].
“"People are always saying 'shame' to my face,"”
The actor's explicit opposition to a spinoff suggests that any future expansion of the Modern Family franchise would likely lack the original core cast's full support. This reflects a broader trend in television where original stars prefer to move toward new projects rather than returning to legacy roles.
