As fans of "Modern Family," we have laughed, cried, and celebrated the ups and downs of the Dunphy-Pritchett-Tucker-Delgado clan since the show first aired in 2009. The characters, portrayed by an incredible ensemble cast, have become a staple in our lives, providing us with both comedic relief and heartwarming moments. But what about the real lives of these talented actors? Are their romantic adventures as entertaining as the storylines we saw on screen?
In this deep dive into the real-life partners of the "Modern Family" cast, we explore the love stories of the actors who brought our favorite characters to life. From fairy tale weddings to enduring partnerships, these actors have navigated their own relationships while sharing their on-screen families with us.
As we uncover the love stories behind the beloved cast members, we’ll also share their personal experiences and insights on love, marriage, and family. These journeys not only reflect their on-screen personas but also reveal the authenticity and warmth that resonate with audiences worldwide.
Table of Contents
- Sarah Hyland Married Wells Adams in 2022
- Ariel Winter is Building a Life with Luke Benward
- Ty Burrell and Holly Burrell Have Been Happily Married for Decades
- Julie Bowen 'Retired' from Dating After Her Split with Husband Scott Phillips
- Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Justin Mikita Are a Happy Family of Four
- Ed O'Neill and Catherine Rusoff's Marriage Hasn't Always Been Smooth Sailing
- Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello Are Divorcing
- Benjamin Bratt Will Never Stop Praising His Wife Talisa Soto
- Eric Stonestreet Announced His Engagement to Lindsay Schweitzer in the Best Way
- 2023 Marked 20 Years of Marriage for Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman
- Nathan Lane and Devlin Elliott Collaborated on a Project Based on Their Dog
- Adam Devine Wants Everyone to Know He and Chloe Bridges Are Happily Married
- Reid Ewing Lives a Quiet Life with Long-Term Partner Sean Oh
Sarah Hyland Married Wells Adams in 2022
Sarah Hyland filmed "Modern Family" for the entirety of her 20s, and parts of her real life mirrored her on-screen character Haley Dunphy's life. Like Haley, she had a few significant relationships, dating her "Geek Charming" co-star Matt Prokop from 2009 to 2014, before moving on with "Shadowhunters" star Dominic Sherwood. The pair broke up in 2017, and later that year she began dating Nashville radio host Wells Adams. You might recognize Adams from Season 12 of "The Bachelorette" and as the bartender from the fifth season of "The Bachelor in Paradise."
The pair met on social media and exchanged some flirty tweets back and forth before Adams slid into Hyland's DMs. He asked her out for tacos the next time he was in Los Angeles and soon fulfilled his promise. While on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" Hyland admitted that she found Adams' directiveness very appealing. "He was very, like, confident and sexy and I liked that." They bonded over tacos and tequila on their first date and have even watched new seasons of "The Bachelor" together.
Adams and Hyland dated for two years before getting engaged in 2019. After asking her parents for their blessing, Wells sought the approval of Hyland's TV family before popping the question. "He also hunted down Julie Bowen and Ty Burrell for their blessing. They really, really are like my second set of parents," Hyland revealed on "A Modern Farewell," as reported by Seventeen. The couple had their dream wedding held on a vineyard in California in 2022, which Jesse Tyler Ferguson officiated.
Ariel Winter is Building a Life with Luke Benward
Ariel Winter ended her long-term relationship with her live-in partner Levi Meaden in 2019. Later that year, the "Modern Family" star, who played the middle Dunphy sibling, Alex, moved on with "Dear John" actor Luke Benward. The pair were friends for years before their relationship turned romantic. Although it's not clear how they met, it could have been their Disney connection, since Winter worked on the ABC show, while Benward starred in Disney Channel films like "Girl vs. Monster" and "Cloud9."
After graduating from Disney Channel, Benward went on to nab a role in the "Pretty Little Liars" spinoff "Ravenswood," and starred in the 2018 Netflix film "Dumplin'" alongside Jennifer Aniston. He's also collaborated on projects with Winter, including the feature "Don't Log Off" and the short film "Boys," which marked Benward's directorial debut.
Off-screen, the pair are building a solid life together. They happily gush about each other on social media, too. While celebrating Benward's birthday, Winter wrote on Instagram, "There's nothing better than being in love, especially when it's with your best friend." The couple have also adopted dogs together and spent a lot of time traveling around Europe, which they've documented in a series of travel videos on TikTok.
Ty Burrell and Holly Burrell Have Been Happily Married for Decades
Ty Burrell played Haley, Alex, and Luke's happy-go-lucky dad Phil Dunphy on "Modern Family." For all 11 seasons of the show, Phil was (mostly) happily married to Claire (Julie Bowen). And his off-screen life mirrored the show. Burrell enjoys romantic bliss with his wife Holly Burrell, with whom he has two daughters.
Fans might not know much about Mrs. Burrell, but she does have an acting background. In fact, she and the "Modern Family" star met at Shakespeare Theater in D.C. and fell in love before relocating to New York to pursue screen careers. The couple got married in 2000 and, prior to adopting their eldest daughter Frances in 2010, Holly switched career lanes and became a professional chef. "After a couple of years, I decided I probably was not cut out for the business," she told The Salt Lake Tribune in 2015.
The couple adopted their second daughter Greta in 2012 and said that having kids made their relationship even stronger. "There's lots of problem solving in any marriage, but when you have this collective goal that is a human being, it's an inspiring rally point," the "Modern Family" star explained. Though they were based in L.A. while Burrell was filming the sitcom, the couple actually live closer to Holly's family in Salt Lake City now so that they can raise their kids away from Hollywood.
Julie Bowen 'Retired' from Dating After Her Split with Husband Scott Phillips
