Eric Stonestreet: Anger after second 'Modern Family' rejection

Eric Stonestreet, known for his role as Cameron on Modern Family, reflects on the challenging audition process he faced for the show before ultimately getting the part. Stonestreet also reveals that co-star Ed O'Neill predicted the show would last ten years, which Eric believed was a genuine possibility.
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[@playlandmusic]

i can't fathom how nerve-wracking that would've been to keep having to audition, he really added so much to the show and it's cool how he felt he really deserved that part/it was the perfect fit (which it was)

[@robynpayne9448]

Think about the guys who went through the same process, who DIDN'T get the part.

[@MrLourie]

There absolutely should've been a Mitch and Cam spinoff.

Fucking why? For what possible reason? The entire purpose of an ensemble is that at they all feed into each other. It would be deeply weird to have two characters from a hit show suddenly be without the rest of the cast to play off of. Some of you people are weird as shit.

[@anastasiabeaverhausen8220]

He was so funny. There are moments I will never forget. Cam dressed for "Cats" stuck in a tree having to be rescued by a fireman. Suddenly realizing he's doing Brando when calling for "Stella!" the dog. Running and screaming that he just "swallowed the sun" after eating food that was just too darn hot. He deserved his Emmy wins. Wonderful character, meticulously, smartly created by this brilliantly comedic actor. I'd love to see him in another sitcom as a Jackie Gleason Honeymooners type of blue collar guy, something totally different. He'd be great.

[@BobG-pi8bb]

The Stella thing was so good that I thought maybe they named that dog Stella years before just to set up that scene.

[@billcunningham8485]

I like Eric more and more with each interview I watch. Just a good guy. Wicked talented. Funny as heck.

[@Buckboy2024]

Agreed, but morbidly obese. Sad.

[@jonlul]

I’m so glad Eric got the role as Cam. I couldn’t imagine anyone else playing that role. Casting has a lot of pressure too because not only are they looking for the actor that fits that role, but also the chemistry and relationship of the other cast members. It really helps make it all come together.

[@Tker1970]

I can't tell you how many "Cam Quotes" are you yelled around my house weekly "Do you ___ Do you?" "FIX IT". etc. He's part of our lexicon.

[@HostileTakeover555]

Very relatable story. This is also exactly why that show was such a hit. They hired the right, funny person regardless of characteristics. It’s the opposite today both in front of the camera and behind the scenes and that’s why so many things are awful now.

[@playlandmusic]

totally true, i can't imagine how many people they auditioned

[@KevinCovington5453]

LORD GOD THAT IS THE GOSPEL TRUTH!!! No Talent Garage Bands That Cant Even Tune Their Instruments Or Hold Their Hands Correctly When Playing The Piano "ACTORS" and "MUSICIANS". That are Shoved Down Our Throats Until They MAGICALLY APPEAR On "BEST OF LIST" and :TOP THIS LIST" THAT ARE NOTHING MORE THAN PAID FOR ADVERTISING ! ! !

@@KevinCovington5453 You are deeply mentally ill.

[@TheOriginalFreak]

Probably my favorite character on MF is Cam, partly because he reminds me of myself in many ways, but mostly because he is just plain funny. Thanks Eric! You did a wonderful job with Cam, I hope to see a reunion show or spin-off, those characters are just too good to keep on the shelf forever. Take care!

[@justayoutuber1906]

In all fairness, 50 other actors ALSO felt they were perfect for the role....

[@nightstalkerck]

Yes, but trump wanted to much money.

[@tomypreach]

This is an actor. He says things others have written.. Good for him 🎉 he’s clearly a hardworking human being.

[@jonn5586]

One of my favorite Cam moment was when he tried to compete with the Lesbian couples to get Lily into this private kindergarden. When he spoke to the principle and said in this native Americam accent: "I well my white man name is Tucker. I am 1/16th Cherokee. Ready for child to sore like Eagle!" Mitch's instant reaction was: "Ohh God!" 😂😂😂

[@dbrandon4528]

Congratulations man! Absolutely love your character

[@Dan5819]

I suspected the ones casting the part had a visual of what they wanted Cam to look like and it was just that Eric Stonestreet had a different body type. In the back of their minds, though, they KNEW he was good and he worked in that character BUT I bet they had to drop their vision of what they THOUGHT the the character 'should' look like.

[@KevinCovington5453]

GREAT STORY! Happy For Ya All!!!

He isn't reading this.

[@rpbphx]

We are now finishing season 7 watching on hulu... still as fresh and FUNNY! as it was when we first watched the series on ABC.

[@lynnegullion-realtor2880]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼you are great and so funny! loved loved loved the show and miss it and you and all of you guys!

[@VidaMaeSoriano]

Wow man! Inspiring. I cannot see any other guy playing Cam.

[@richardcalisi9188]

some of these stories happened to the writers in real life. Every episode was just too dam funny. The 2 animal balloons on top of the car humping each other, I died !!!!

[@heatheradair7338]

There are two scenes I will never forget - lily trapped in the car and the flash mob!

[@markjastrzebski2065]

Is it me or should he play Tim Walz on SNL?

[@steves2754]

YES!!!!

[@loopylyn6548]

Eric Stonestreet IS Cameron!! xx

[@common-sense-is-dead]

Crazy, he's one of the best characters on that show.

[@gardyloo3415]

Drugged up at airport is still the funniest scene!!!

[@gmonorail]

one of those shows it's 💯 impossible to pick your favorite character because they're all the best one

[@jhei_jay]

I agree. And every character had unforgettable lines/scenes…

[@soulvey]

No one else could’ve played Cam

[@andreamurua6517]

In my opinion, he is the funniest of the show

[@robovac3557]

I think they thought he was great but struggled with how fat he was. It wasn't what they had in mind physically for the character.

[@billtruttschel]

I can't relate to fame being the ultimate goal. That's clearly Eric's goal. He wants people to know his name. I'm more like George Costanza: I don't want to be remembered. I want to be forgotten.

[@hensonlaura]

I don't want to be remembered; I want to be paid!

[@jstmarton]

Is that what you got from this? Then you don't get it.

[@billtruttschel]

​@@jstmarton I *do* get it. There are millions of people like Eric who think that becoming famous is the goal. They live and breathe and dream for the day that they will be admired by millions. It's basically a form of validation for them. They need others to love them in great numbers. The more famous they are, the more validated they think they will feel. It's sad, really.

[@finderkeeperrrs]

​@@billtruttschelI don't think you get it then. Watch the video again

[@billtruttschel]

@@finderkeeperrrs Make an argument. Tell me why I'm wrong.

[@hensonlaura]

Well? Did he go back to thw clerk?

[@RA82828]

exactly, did he follow thru?

[@kitty_s23456]

Yeah. I also want to know if he went back to the sales lady and thanked her (and maybe gave her a tip).

[@DuffyGabi]

Amazing show…but…without amazing writers the show never happens.

[@tw9535]

No kidding?

[@finderkeeperrrs]

No shit. That's why writers are on shows.

[@jeffreycdrywater]

I have no idea who any of these people are or what this show is. I do not understand why KZbin recommended this to me.

You're deeply weird.

[@ArloKnudsenFit]

You guys do look alike.

[@Buckboy2024]

Just being real here: You went to Macy’s and not a personal stylist with all the money you made on the series? You didn’t think to lose maybe 50 pounds in order to be somewhat presentable? I think you are talented, but get real.

[@orangeppl]

Funny is funny. Hire the MF.

[@bruceaustin1373]

Time for a serious diet Eric!!!!

[@FriarHavs]

Hes the only reason why I watch that racist show.

[@avengemybreath3084]

Name a show that isn’t in your insane opinion

[@rainyd4293]

😂😂😂

[@FynnOliverEmonSill]

Stick to your murdering video games….. don’t comment in public places, in fact, just stay home don’t even go to public places

[@troymash8109]

Being GenX is really taxing. I'm stuck between selfish Boomers and the last 3 generations of disgustingly soft pudding people.

[@kwoylee5617]

​@@troymash8109 I hear you. We're stuck between selfish hoarders and increasingly weak and unstable victimhood-seekers.

[@StewNWT]

I hated him in the role

[@poolhall9632]

*alert* we got a self-loather! calm down.

[@ArloKnudsenFit]

He’s perfect for the role.

[@Jumbaride]

CAM was the more paternal one? 🤔😂🩵

[@Tker1970]

It was a little confusing, but he said he's is a relationship with another man and he's the paternal one-referring to the other man. So Cam needed lighter clothing...because he wasn't the paternal one.

[@Jumbaride]

​@@Tker1970Thanks, babes. I thought he was referring to his character, but now I'm picking up what you're laying down. Smoochies! 💋

[@Tker1970]

@@Jumbaride I had to listen two it twice to figure it out. The show even had the story line where Cam was considered one of the "school mom's"...and Cam didn't like it. Have an awesome day.