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Jesse Tyler Ferguson is an American actor whose work moves between theater and television, and who became widely known for playing Mitchell Pritchett on the series Modern Family (2009–2020). The character, an openly gay lawyer, earned Ferguson three consecutive Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series and helped raise his profile on television and in popular culture. A graduate of AMDA with a background in off-Broadway and Broadway theater, Ferguson took part in notable productions such as The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and appeared in both classic and contemporary plays, solidifying his training as a stage actor. In film and TV he has held roles in series and movies such as The Class and Untraceable, in addition to guest appearances and work as a host. Beyond his acting career, Ferguson has been publicly engaged in LGBT equality issues; he was involved in charitable initiatives related to opposing Proposition 8 in California. In 2022 he returned to theatrical prominence with Take Me Out, a performance that brought him critical recognition and theater awards that season. His career is marked by ease in moving between stage and screen, by roles that engage contemporary social debates, and by a combination of popular success and theatrical credentials.