Ariel Winter on Her Family Strains

The "Modern Family" star discussed her relationship with her estranged mother, and the decisions she's made that have impacted her life for the better.

[@Chabels01]

She speaks with such eloquence and grace. I'm totally seeing her in a different light now.

[@norrinradd3561]

She sounds dumb

[@larissaswinkels3661]

Norrin Radd Elaborate.

[@ahmadomar4425]

She's not just smart on the show, she is a very smart, wise and classy young woman in real life as well.

[@izzyduffy7138]

Elegance*

[@itachistan437]

@@izzyduffy7138 eloquence is a word sweetie

[@edie8931]

ellen was asking her some clearly uncomfortable questions but she managed to answer in a respectful, caring way. ariel we love you.

[@thisiscuvo]

It's scripted, Ariel wants to talk about those subjject publicly on the show, so it's not uncomfortable at all.

[@shekharmalavade8243]

@@thisiscuvo yha seriously man ,the whole Ellen DeGeneres show is scripted lol

[@hariss3908]

@@shekharmalavade8243 ya. It is. What's wrong with that ? If you're going to run a successful show like this one, which has run for soooo long, it has to be prepared and worked on. That's how you become successful

[@siomaiethan]

she was also asked uncomfortable questions on BBC and she handled it really really well

[@Tep890]

I am sure those questions were given to Ariel first hand. I don't think Ellen is just asking her blindly without her consent

[@stefaniearriaga304]

She's so well spoken, she should be the person young girls look up to.

[@miggidymark]

Too bad they're stuck looking up her tight booty shorts instead lol.

[@Ilikefrogs..]

I know, right! How dare she, a modern adult female, wear whatever she wants and expose any of her body! She deserves absolutely no respect unless she wears a nun's habit and appears to be completely without sexuality!

[@dang1861]

You mean, not any of the Kardashian's? Darn. If I had a daughter I would want her to be just like Kim and Khloe!

[@carter_RU]

Dan G how come? I’m not hating on your opinion but I just want to know because that sounds like a good idea

[@nicoleyuh7283]

@@dang1861 kim and khloe kinda drama but i respect u

[@marinkavdeursenxedits]

She's not just smart on the show, she is a very smart, wise and classy young woman in real life as well.

[@illusionfication]

+marinka678 That's what I find so attractive about her. Beautiful both inside and outside.

[@djbruhxal4995]

classy not so much nowadays

[@coreyjohnston9195]

Classy .....

[@kp-rh2mo]

classy?????

[@rose-oo7hc]

Class is about the way you treat and respect others and your respect for yourself, NOT the way you dress. She's respectful, smart, kind and CLASSY.

[@maisarahjeffrey]

she seems like a great person. the way she speaks is so polite, sincere and without judgement.

[@summersun15]

I agree completely

[@leab.6600]

I know, she's amazing

[@Lunaticaceleste]

Maisarah Jeffrey I agree.

[@treblehearts]

i admire her maturity in all of this

[@suckahtubeyew1821]

+Jessemae D LOL!

[@SunsetBeauty15]

She's such a strong amazing woman

[@Iannayao]

Agreed

[@fantatraore32]

+JD So what ? She might be a teenager, but she most definitely has the mind of a strong and mature woman

[@sugarcupcakebabe]

+JD she's 18, by law she is considered an adult. Either way, you can be a woman no matter what age you are if you've reached that turning point in your life.

[@zztopz7090]

+Aly Braye The brain doesn't fully develope until 18, or actually well into the 20s.

[@sugarcupcakebabe]

+Katya Lastovkina actually the brain doesn't fully develop until you turn 25, im not talking about brain development Im talking about life experience that allows you to have the same principles as a woman.

[@evewiens]

She doesn't play the smart one, she IS the smart one

[@akshaykrishna7637]

Nolan Gould has an IQ of 150

[@tandfadams5535]

Akshay Krishna the dumb one in the show is a member of MENSA, ironic

[@donkeykong3340]

@@tandfadams5535 ain’t it

[@SimonFerocius]

Nolan actually the smart one

[@hii_heyyy]

U mean she doesnt JUST

[@ghostie7790]

she can say intelligent sentences so fast. As she thinks it, it rolls off her tongue. Ellen would have to wait about 2 minuets for me to try and form my ideas into proper words.They were hard questions too, and this girl answered them quick and efficiently!

[@asialynlee4184]

+ghostie7790 you have to consider that she is a celebrity and is trained with public statements and all that stuff with interviews

[@Dudefromspace567]

They rehearse these types of interviews you know.

[@croatiankpopfan7709]

+Dudefromspace567 yes, but when you're eloquent and educated it really shows. They rehearse everything and get all the questions. So why did Kylie Jenner's interview sound like: so yeah like literally I loved it was like so crazy literally... But I love her make up and clothes though at least she's cool if not smart.

[@joshwilkinson9193]

ghostie7790 i went to the shop to buy dog food

[@garbrah180]

she was prepared to answer these questions

[@maddisonisgreen]

okay I'm obsessed with her. she is so well spoken for her age and just carries herself so well. way to go Ariel

[@MarthaMansbridge]

Just what she wants to hear - another obsessive fan. Grow up FFS!

[@TheYasminflores]

@@MarthaMansbridge ??? whats wrong w you

[@CharlesNeri]

MAN!!! she's amazing, so mature and such such SUCH AN INTELLIGENT answer, when she say's why she's not going to tell the reason she emancipated. WOW seriously this girl is really smart.

[@oreo777143]

Ikr I wish I can speak publicly like that. But she's been in the industry ever since 4 years old so she's used to interviews and speaking out loud with a lot of people watching. She's had lots of practice.

[@dylanromano600]

Young girls and boys should listen to her. No matter if they're your family, You can't be with toxic people even though you're blood related.

[@nimkaur9592]

Ryt

[@woolara]

She's just so amazing.

[@jaydawithay8442]

Imagine her and kylie Jenner are the same age I would rather Ariel be represented as a role model than Kylie for sure

[@maarriiaam]

can you stop comparing women to each other????

[@MaidaA22589]

mariam alm Kylie isn't exactly the best person out there tbh, and many girls (I know some) take her as a role model. I'm pretty sure she knows that.

[@jaydawithay8442]

+mariam alm is it really comparing? I'm just stating facts. In no way was I trying to hate on anyone it's just the way it is

[@ErikaMusicMakeup]

+Jayda Bailey I agree!

[@mariii0007]

+Jayda Bailey totally agree with you

[@brontiq]

she sounds very mature and down to earth for someone her age who's deeply in the showbiz shit. seems like a really strong person too. kudos

[@legendaryTMNICO]

l.xtasy She’s beautiful!

[@appellationsobriquet6205]

What an amazing girl, most celebrities wouldn't even consider going to college or having a proper education.

[@shinesbrighter]

She has such nice, intelligent responses. I'm so proud of what a strong woman she became!

[@judigemini178]

Seems like she's been through a lot & has a maturity about her, she's done well for herself

[@youraveragefan45]

She needs to be given more recognition for being such a down to earth, important role model for young women. I love her so much

[@summersun15]

I so agree. More interviews & discussions with her should be had!

[@reannajealyncameron]

I used to really like Ellen but lately I've been realizing how intrusive she is. Ariel handled the uncomfortableness of the question with grace.

[@francescagursch830]

Dito

[@melaniechiriacescu7876]

They know the questions beforehand. If she wasn’t ok with it she could’ve said it to her management and Ellen would’ve change her questions

[@aanya3248]

Exactly!

[@Itssymbolicjohn]

The questions were all about things she had already openly and willingly spoken about

[@adaezeuzor4157]

Ariel was aware of the questions, and we was able to change them however she wanted.

[@Daisymaysvlogs]

Wow, she is so articulate for someone at such a young age! She is amazing!

[@bethanamy]

How is someone of such a young age so smart and wise?

[@itsnotyouitsme_]

I just love her, so articulate and wise beyond her years.

[@suckahtubeyew1821]

+Tracy Smith LOL!

[@itsnotyouitsme_]

You're making me cry. :P

[@itsnotyouitsme_]

And i dun got me plenty of dem there book lernins so's i can be all smart an wutnot.

[@lisak198]

+Adam Nye how is ariel dumb..?

[@hetvipatel686]

Never have I ever not cried when I watch the episode (5×12) of Alex's break down. As someone who also feels the burden of family and social responsibility, I feel so much when Claire hugs Alex after her session with the shrink. There is incredible strength in Ariel and I wish her peace.

[@gabim8105]

She's so empowering, I can't believe she stays so positive after everything she's gone through. She is truly an incredible person.

[@JamesV84]

Wow, much respect to her. It really sounds as if she has been through more in her life at her age than many through all their life. And it's nice to see that seems to have come out stronger because of it :)

[@minicrafters7782]

ikr ..

[@JamesV84]

Tiny rick It's okay, I know you're a troll so I don't. You do what you need to do to make your sad life better :)

[@JamesV84]

Becky Ryan Glad you Becky :)

[@minicrafters7782]

Confused ? Lol

[@Asheryks]

+Graphic Design Guy u must really love theellenshow huh mate

[@user-wt5db2fz7r]

Anyone else feel Ellen kept exposing personal stuff about the scars and bullying because Ariel didn't bring it up and the questions Ellen asked made me feel uncomfortable let alone her who clearly doesn't want to publicise her personal life.

[@RenoHex]

+Croel Jully They go through the talking points beforehand. There is no way Ellen would bring all (or any) of that up if she didn't have her OK.

[@user-wt5db2fz7r]

+King Karitsa we don't know that? Ellen has her show as a business so she would do whatever it takes to gain publicity and if that means exposing people Im sure she would

[@TheLGAGirl]

+Croel Jully virtually every talk show or news show on TV typically will go through the questions before hand. I say they typically do but with time they might not have time to go through all or some of the questions. Like I said it is very typical

[@criticalcrash]

+Croel Jully they would've vetted the questions with ariel before hand

[@scorpionz44]

+Croel Jully guests go over every topic theyre gonna talk on these talk shows, theres never a surprise (Except the scares)

[@Findus1701]

She is SO mature for her age and obviously life forced her to become this way but I respect her so so much for the way she handled all those hard things, she is truly an inspiration :)

[@SeanOHalleran]

What a beautiful soul! I love her on Modern Family, I did not know she went through all of this

[@lovesmusic916]

She's well spoken, especially considering she's only 18 yrs old and part of the industry (that's not an excuse, just a very harsh different experience than most kids and teens don't go thru).

[@voiceacticon667]

You are making sound as if teens under 18 aren’t articulate

[@Jacckeyy]

She is such a nice breath of fresh air here in Hollywood. Intelligent, eloquent and good looking. I must imagine she became a role model to a lot of people after this interview.

[@suziesox8082]

She is 18! Her maturity level is above her age. She's been through so much. This is the flip side of what can happen with a child star forced into industry. She took back control of her life and I wish her the best.

[@jessierandall5538]

Damn I wish I had been this wise at 18! Congratulations to Ariel for following her dreams and working her ass off. I love seeing such a well-spoken young woman on the Ellen show

[@ja4645]

I almost teared up a little. She's such a smart, mature and beautiful woman. I have so much respect for her. She's an amazing role model for ALL women.

[@Jillydisco]

well fucking spoken. i've always known about her family issues can't believe its getting addressed she's matured so much respect

[@kashiefbebeto1]

she's so intelligent and mature, wow!

[@jessicasmith386]

I admire her so much. She is a true role model. Also I love how Ellen did not push the subject. When Ariel implied she did not want to talk about Ellen backed off.

[@SamVikings]

wow she's really strong and confident 👏 respect

[@suckahtubeyew1821]

+SamVikings Deceit and cowardice are often misinterpreted as strength and confidence in this country: #trump

[@lisak198]

+suckah tube yew how is she any of those?

[@suckahtubeyew1821]

Lisa K Deceit - lied saying her mother sexually molested her because she wanted to date an older boy and wasn't allowed. Called her mother a child molester through sophistry and cries about Being famous and off to college - coward. Stop spam replying.

[@lisak198]

how do you know that she's lying? lmao you know nothing about her.

[@laurenearle6261]

Omg I just love her, she's so mature and inspiring and talented, there should be more people like her in the world

[@mandimoos]

its young ladies like Ariel who should get the woman of the year, she has been through so much and does get hate messages ect and still at the front seems to be coping, but im sure she has had many tears behind doors.. its not right for people to pick on things they know nothing about,, but no instead they give females like Cait Jenner woman of the year... I have no gripe with Cait i just dont think doing what she has done didnt deserved woman of the year... well done Ariel, made me love you even more if thats possible xxx hugs to all

[@masterprocrastinator384]

+Amanda Fenton it does takes a lot of guts coming out in public as a transgender but millions of other women do come out but not treated equally

[@ashleyb4945]

She said a lot of grown up things. I commend her.

[@MADEbySOUL]

She answers the questions very honestly and intricately. I find that amazing and I hope that she continues with her dreams. It is just rare to find this kind of integrity and I just really want her to be around people that will encourage that and support her.

[@Pmatrx13]

She's very intelligent and grounded. People should be more like her.

[@searose777]

Her senior photos are unreal! 😍 I wish I had looked that good pfft!

[@ObviouslyLyssa]

For someone who's just turned 18, she has definitely matured way beyond her years and even others who have been in the industry for much longer. She actually wants to get an education, goes to an actual school and is about to go off to college as compared to others who get home-schooled and stop just after graduating high school. Despite getting bullied over her physical image over the years, she has dealt with them in a very mature way, doesn't let the hate talk get her down and instead, focus on those who matter in her life. She is not ashamed for getting breast reduction surgery (her petite frame couldn't support her breasts and was causing her health issues) and is not ashamed of the scars that she got from the surgery. Obviously, growing up with her life in the public eye and a mother like that, it definitely has made her grow up so fast which is good yet sad at the same time. I hope she does well not just in her career but also her studies.

[@makeupshewore]

Love her!!! Totally didn't know the issue about her mom. This makes me love her even more ❤️

[@alibrooke444]

She is so mature and well spoken. Good for her, she seems like a very nice girl and a good role model for young girls

[@MaddySaurus421]

She is such a good role model at such a young age!

[@N332]

She is so well spoken!

[@ApparentlyChristine]

"You can be clever & cool" Yup! intelligence is cool 👍🏼😎

[@jaimelannister2925]

Brainy is tthe new sexy

[@daisy2210]

+Jaime Lannister new? When was being stupid sexy?

[@yazood101]

Tits are cool

[@daisy2210]

+Tiny rick fuck off

[@jaimelannister2925]

+Justin22 apparently you don't watch Sherlock.

[@NaijaTion]

She is so smart. Good for u

[@mikib205]

Isn't Ariel Winter the voice actor for Sofia in Sofia the First?

[@jessicasmith386]

Yes

[@MikhaelAhava]

Yes…

[@mikib205]

***** that's so cool!! :D

[@krystalhuntress9385]

Mihika Bangarbale Yep :)

[@lasawbrewer8272]

Yes, that is correct. She also guest-starred on the NBC series Law & Order Special Victims Unit season 21 episode 2

[@Riververchi]

I think the phenomena of Modern Family is that everyone in the show is playing THEMSELVES. Just as they are. That alone, creates such huge authenticity - you just cannot get enough of it, ever.

[@peacedarlynn]

This is no ones business but Ariel's and her sister!! I'm glad she didn't say what happened with her mother. I've always loved Ariel Winter!! It's hard to believe people would criticize her, she's perfect!!

[@user-ud4gf3sf6k]

I love how the whole Modern Family cast acts like their character on the show. Ariel seems so mature and smart

[@Jolindsay13]

She's a very well spoken ,sweet woman. And I love Sophia!

[@iangregorypascal2461]

Who ?

[@AA-hp2sx]

Ellen is veerryyyyy rude for asking these deeply personal questions.

[@Browhat333]

I'm pretty sure they discuss topics that will be mentioned in the interview beforehand. I think they also have a pre-interview or something

[@elcaro7313]

Ellen is soooo cracked

[@worldsbiggestholdthegirlfan]

It breaks my heart to see mothers treat their children badly. Luckily she came out a stronger person. Much respect!

[@TheMusicPinkLover91]

So sorry to hear that Ariel has been through a lot but she seems like she handled everything well, which is great :) I admire her :)

[@fullhouseyep]

LOVE her hair colour, i want it!

[@beautybyeL]

She is truly amazing. Good on her!

[@anusisaman3086]

Such a smart kid! So much better than Kylie considering they're the same age. Not hating on Kylie. But Ariel seems so real!

[@s_.777]

why do you have to compare people to make one look better? god i hate people

[@bcmsAL]

She's so well spoken and beautiful. You go girl go get that coin!!!

[@hevinaK]

she's so smart and articulate and i'm older than her but she's definitely a someone i look up to

[@naomeilam]

wow she's so well spoken!

[@vidishajha4737]

Wow, what a strong and beautiful girl, inside and out. Role model goals :D

[@harrietjones1409]

Gosh, she has gone through so much, and yet she has kept it all together. She seems so dignified in this interview!

[@bryanmartinez8136]

Ellen interviews an adult cast member from Modern Family: All fun and games Interviews a teen: Drops all the hard questions.

[@beautifulviolet]

What a valiant, courageous, smart, young woman!!! I totally understand the reasons for her to take those actions and agree with her decision!! She is what I would call a Genuine Human Being, regardless of its gender, age or race!!! She looks, sounds and behaves the way a mature person should!!

[@sanitaaaaaa]

gosh this a personal issue , why would ellen probe further

[@FreshSqueezedLightning]

Short term memory loss, there's a whole movie about her coping with it coming out now. Didn't you know?

[@nevaehlyttle5916]

+Insanity On A Bun forreal i didn't know tell more

[@FreshSqueezedLightning]

Nevaeh Lyttle It's called Finding Dory haha

[@amina-jt8tq]

lmao

[@marthabarbieri3837]

before the interview ellen for sure asked if she was okay to talk about it, so don't worry if they're talking about it she agreed to.

[@chrissy9153]

I relate to Ariel so much it’s sad but comforting that she shows that you can be successful despite family problems

[@melissalara523]

This girl is gorgeous . Forget the haters

[@mcfehr24]

I have so much respect for you, Ariel Winter! Thank you for sharing your journey with us. You are incredible role model for all of us.

[@lukeyboybeckett]

"Shows you can be smart and cool" Doesn't everyone bully Alex on the show...

[@shaynekromberg633]

Exactly what I was thinking

[@haerimshamster8381]

+Blukeyy She doesnt get bullied but she get picked on sometimes but Ariel meant that most people who watches the show thinks she is really cool and smart, if you get bullied does not mean youre not cool ;)

[@tw8077919]

+Blukeyy lol she's mean to everyone now (esp. haley)

[@nassorm5634]

+Candy Cane Totally :)

[@uns0ciable4ever]

i mean sure people pick on her, but she is definitely liked by viewers, she's presented as a likeable character x

[@grxtc5014]

for an 18 year old to have gone through so much and to be so mature and graceful, so much respect

[@varshajames4176]

On a side note, can we talk about how eloquent she is? Very articulate and fluent. she even manages to sound genuine and that's impressive.

[@JonathanMcDonnell-q8t]

Ariel is so strong and kind!She seems like such a genuine and lovely person 💗

[@Jacek0Mazur]

she is so well spoken!!! Love it!!

[@jabriibrahim8735]

She's extremely well spoken! :)

[@donaldduck515]

I just had to go back and re watched her interview its just so great She has all my respect love u Ariel!🙌💪🏻

[@cupcakelover9788]

i went into this hating her bc of the way she dresses and stuff, i regret judging her. but now im in love. shes amazing.

[@mae4363]

Ariel is so stunning, she held herself together so well throughout the interview. we. all. love. you. small youtuber here!

[@anastasiayakunina8175]

what a refreshingly lovely, sophisticated, polite young woman.

[@julianacooper3406]

She'd make an excellent layer and the way she carries herself ❤. The applause is totally deserved

[@jayanths1221]

Million times better role model for girls than Jennifer Lawrence or Amy Schumer......

[@jayanths1221]

Zannle Because Jennifer Lawrence and Amy Schumer are over-rated.......

[@GIGnome]

how?

[@sadiqmohamed4464]

Of course

[@BigiGuyyyy]

But Jennifer is way more gorgeous>3⚡️

[@100Mmore]

+D3nd3Ra x3X That doesn't matter

[@chloeedwards6392]

Ariel hunny, you are amazing! Some people sometimes can’t believe that mothers would treat and do that to their own daughters. But I totally understand the “betrayal”. It’s been 4 years since I have seen or spoke to my mother and it is so sad. But it’s the best for our own well being. Love you!

[@mymyxtran]

Ariel winter is so articulate. Love her

[@carina3936]

Well said! I'm a mother to an 18 year old daughter and i think you are so brave to go your own way and stand up for yourself.

[@kimberlyweed]

I admit I didn't think much of her before this interview. Changed my mind completely! Wow...go Ariel.

[@LuvMChela5]

Just wow. How inspiring!👏 At the end of the day, it really depends on a person what kind of path you want to choose, no matter what you've been through whether it's good or bad. Just think and focus on what's the best for yourself. I salute you, Ariel! 😊

[@marywollstonecraft4380]

What an amazing young lady...love you Ariel 💕

[@mcmiller1537]

She's so well spoken. What a beautiful person and brave. Love to all.

[@mathru96]

How is she not psychotic?! She's a real life superhero.

[@cjc776]

Incredible for such a young girl to be this smart and mature, having gone though what she has. I wish her the best!

[@Ketchupaa1]

She is such a beautiful soul!

[@alicekaplinskaya717]

She's gorgeous.She persevered through a lot in her life, defiantly an amazing role model

[@agirlwithbooks1294]

Now SHE is a role model.

[@sagemariediorio6213]

Ariels character reminds me of my little sister so much, and i love it!

[@hannahparker3479]

She's a Amazing person a great role model for young girls

[@lindsyhautekeete1410]

years later but im so proud of this then young now just woman