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Ferguson Trades Sitcom Fame for Capote's Stage
25 Apr
Summary
- Ferguson stars as Truman Capote in the play 'Tru'.
- He previously worked as a bartender at the Winter Garden Theater.
- Ferguson won a Tony Award after 'Modern Family' concluded.
Jesse Tyler Ferguson, widely recognized for his starring role in the sitcom 'Modern Family,' has returned to his theatrical origins. He is currently portraying Truman Capote in the play titled 'Tru.' This endeavor marks a significant shift back to the stage for the acclaimed actor.
Ferguson's journey in theater began even before his television fame. In 1995, he worked as a bartender at the Winter Garden Theater in Midtown Manhattan. He also featured in the Off-Broadway production of 'On the Town,' which later transferred to Broadway.
Following his Broadway debut, Ferguson was cast as Mitchell Pritchett in the ABC sitcom 'Modern Family.' After the show concluded its run in 2020, he achieved a significant career milestone by winning a Tony Award for his performance in 'Take Me Out.'
