Aubrey Anderson-Emmons, best known for her role as Lily Tucker-Pritchett on Modern Family, has come out as bisexual in a bold and fun way, just in time for Pride Month.
Now 18, Aubrey made her announcement through a viral TikTok video on Sunday. In the clip, she lip-syncs her own famous line from the show — “I’m not Vietnamese, I’m gay!” — giving fans a nostalgic and full-circle moment. It was the perfect blend of humor, identity, and celebration.
‘Modern Family’ Star Aubrey Anderson-Emmons Comes Out as Bisexual
She confirmed her sexuality in the video’s caption, saying:
“People keep joking about me being gay when I literally am (I’m bi).”
The announcement made waves across social media, with fans and former Modern Family viewers showing massive support. Some even joked that her fictional dads on the show, Mitchell (played by Jesse Tyler Ferguson) and Cameron (played by Eric Stonestreet), would be incredibly proud of her.
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Aubrey first appeared on Modern Family in 2011 when she was just three years old. Over 11 seasons, she became known for her sharp one-liners and unbothered sass. She quickly became a fan favorite as the adopted daughter of a same-sex couple, giving early visibility to non-traditional families on prime-time TV. In the show, she had Gay-dads, characters that led positivity towards same-sex couples to the forefront. The show led many viewers to come to terms with their sexuality and have their sexual awakening.
Throughout her time on the hit sitcom, she also made appearances on other shows like Bill Nye Saves the World and Nickelodeon’s Paradise Run.
Though she’s moved away from acting, Aubrey stays active online, connecting with fans. Her coming out felt personal for many, especially Modern Family viewers who saw her grow up on a show that championed LGBTQ+ stories.