ABC initially wanted FRIENDS star Matt LeBlanc to play the role of the beloved Modern Family character, Phil Dunphy.

Few sitcom fathers balance comedy and genuine affection as seamlessly as Phil Dunphy, whose heartfelt moments in Modern Family often leave a lasting impact on audiences.

Be it Phil Dunphy’s lovable cluelessness ... we’re taking a deep dive into some of the funniest “Modern Family” memes out there. These are the moments that perfectly sum up the quirks ...

Phil and Claire Dunphy, were often the “worst.” The creators left a very comical yet incredibly flawed portrait of marriage through their awkward moments and questionable choices. Here is why ...

The Pritchett, Dunphy, and Tucker dynamic never fails to tickle the audience’s funny bone ... moments, there is one plot point that does not go down well with fans: Phil Dunphy’s crush ...