Aubrey Anderson-Emmons, best known for playing Lily Tucker-Pritchett on Modern Family, has come out as bisexual in a heartfelt Instagram post.
The 18-year-old actress shared the news on June 16, using a playful and meaningful video to express her truth.
A Playful and Meaningful Announcement
In the Instagram video, Anderson-Emmons lip-syncs to a scene from Modern Family, where her character, Lily, delivers an iconic line. In the clip, Gloria Delgado-Pritchett (played by Sofía Vergara) says, “You are Vietnamese,” to which Lily responds, “No, I’m not, I’m gay, I’m gay!“
Mitchell Pritchett (played by Jesse Tyler Ferguson) then says, “Honey, no, you’re not gay. You are just confused!” Anderson-Emmons mouths the lines with a smile and adds text to the video, stating, “people keep joking so much abt me being gay when I literally am (I’m bi).”
In the caption, she added, “happy pride month to all and to all a goodnight hehehe,” along with a series of hashtags to mark the occasion.
Fans Show Support
Anderson-Emmons’ fans quickly flooded the comments with supportive messages, many wishing her a happy Pride Month. There was also a lot of love for her Modern Family character’s parents, Mitchell and Cameron (played by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Eric Stonestreet).
Fans joked that the couple, one of the most recognized gay couples on TV, would be incredibly proud of her for embracing her identity.
Modern Family was widely praised for its portrayal of Mitchell and Cameron, who were one of the first prominent gay couples on television. The show earned two GLAAD Media Awards for its authentic and everyday depiction of a same-sex couple.
Anderson-Emmons’ Journey and Career
Anderson-Emmons joined Modern Family in 2011 at the age of 4, portraying Mitchell and Cameron’s adopted daughter, Lily. She remained part of the cast until the series ended in 2020, spanning 11 seasons.
Now, at 18, Anderson-Emmons is exploring her dreams as a singer, using the name Frances Anderson in the indie-pop scene.
She released her debut single, “Telephones and Traffic,” on May 23 and is set to release her next song, “Don’t Forget Me,” on June 27.
Legacy and Support
Anderson-Emmons’ journey from child star to young adult has been full of growth and self-expression. Her announcement not only marks a personal milestone but also serves as a powerful statement for young people everywhere who are navigating their own identities.
With her supportive fans and a legacy of inclusivity from Modern Family, the future is bright for the actress and singer.
