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Judy Greer Admits She Turned Down ‘Modern Family’ Audition Because It ‘Felt So Limiting’ at the Time

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Judy Greer reveals she passed on a role that would make her a '90s sitcom icon, opting for a less limiting path in her career.
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  • Greer was offered the chance to audition for the role of Claire Dunphy on 'Modern Family' over 15 years ago, but turned it down because it 'felt so limiting' at the time.
  • Despite missing out on the career-making role, Greer has gone on to forge an impressive acting resume, appearing in films like '27 Dresses' and TV shows like 'Arrested Development' - proving she had the foresight to choose opportunities that aligned with her creative vision.
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