Actress Sofia Vergara celebrated actor Ed O’Neill’s 80th birthday by posting a heartfelt message on Instagram. O’Neill, known for his role as Jay Pritchett in “Modern Family,” was praised by Vergara, who portrayed his onscreen wife Gloria. The popular sitcom showcases the lives of three interconnected families in suburban Los Angeles.
In her Instagram post, Sofia shared a photo of herself embracing Ed, expressing her fondness for him as her “favorite husband.” “Modern Family” is known for its mockumentary style, with characters often breaking the fourth wall by speaking directly to the camera in confessional interviews. The show received numerous accolades, including 22 Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy in 2011.
Ed O’Neill, who rose to fame in the late 1980s as Al Bundy in “Married… with Children,” has a successful career with four Screen Actors Guild Awards and multiple award nominations. His filmography includes notable movies like “Dutch,” “Wayne’s World,” “Finding Dory,” and “Wreck-It Ralph.” Meanwhile, Sofia Vergara, apart from her role in “Modern Family,” has appeared in various films and TV shows, such as “Four Brothers,” “Chef,” and “Despicable Me 4.”
