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Judy Greer Explains Why She Turned Down Audition For ‘Modern Family’s Claire
DeadlineStory by Glenn Garner
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Judy Greer reveals why she passed on playing Claire on the hit sitcom 'Modern Family', giving fans a rare behind-the-scenes look at Hollywood's casting process.
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- Greer, known for her roles in 'Archer' and 'Ant-Man', turned down the chance to audition for the part of Claire Dunphy, which ultimately went to Julie Bowen and became an iconic TV performance.
- The actress shared that she decided against trying out for the role because she felt she couldn't capture the character's 'neurotic' energy, showing her self-awareness and commitment to finding the right fit.
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Judy Greer, Julie Bowen, Modern Family, Modern Family