Judy Greer, the acclaimed actress known for her roles in ‘The Descendants’ and ’13 Going on 30′, recently shared her thoughts on turning down an audition for the beloved ABC sitcom ‘Modern Family’, which went on to become one of the most successful comedies in television history. During an interview, Greer explained that she declined the opportunity to audition for the character Claire Dunphy, a role that ultimately went to Julie Bowen. Greer highlighted that she had prioritized her role in the film ‘The Wedding Ringer’ at the time, saying, ‘I was like, ‘I can’t go in for this because I’m already doing this other thing.’ She expressed her admiration for the show and the cast, stating, ‘It’s like I could have thrown my entire career in a different direction.’ Balancing regrets and recognition of the show’s impact on modern television, Greer noted that despite missing out, she’s happy with her career path. ‘There were many years where I was just like, ‘Wow, that could have been a really different life, you know?’ But I wouldn’t change anything.’ Greer’s reflections have sparked discussions about the road not taken in Hollywood and the unpredictable nature of acting careers.
Judy Greer Reveals Surprising Reason for Turning Down Iconic Role in ‘Modern Family’
