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Judy Greer Turned Down ‘Modern Family’ Audition Because She Didn’t Want to Be ‘America’s Mom’
Rolling StoneStory by Krystie Lee Yandoli
scrn logline
Judy Greer reveals she turned down 'Modern Family' role, preferring to avoid being 'America's mom'
beat sheet
- Judy Greer, known for roles in 'Arrested Development' and 'Ant-Man', was offered the part of Claire Dunphy on 'Modern Family' but declined, not wanting to be typecast as a maternal figure
- The role went to Julie Bowen, who played Claire for 11 seasons on the hit ABC sitcom, cementing her as a beloved 'TV mom' - Greer's choice allowed her to pursue more diverse roles over the years
call sheet
Judy Greer, Julie Bowen, ABC, Modern Family, 'Modern Family'