Jesse Tyler Ferguson Biography: Husband, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Movies & TV Shows

Jesse Tyler Ferguson is an American actor, author, and producer best known for his role as Mitchell Pritchett on the ABC sitcom Modern Family (2009–2020), which earned him five consecutive Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.

His career spans television, film, and theater, with notable stage performances in Broadway productions like On the Town and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, for which he won a Drama Desk Award.

Profile

• Full Name: Jesse Tyler Ferguson
• Stage Name: Jesse Tyler Ferguson
• Born: 22, October 1975
• Age: 49 years old
• Birthplace: Missoula, Montana, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Author, Producer
• Height: 1.78m
• Parents: Robert H. Ferguson, Anne Ferguson
• Siblings: Kelly Ferguson, Chris Ferguson
• Spouse: Justin Mikita (m. 2013)
• Children: Beckett Mercer Ferguson-Mikita, Sullivan Louis Ferguson-Mikita
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $25 million

Early Life and Education

Jesse Tyler Ferguson arrived on October 22, 1975, in Missoula, Montana, to Robert H. Ferguson and Anne Ferguson, who divorced when he was young.

He grew up with two siblings, Kelly and Chris, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he developed an early passion for theater.

Ferguson attended St. Pius X High School and honed his acting skills at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) in New York City, graduating in 1995.

His ethnicity is of Scottish, Irish, and English descent, and he was raised Presbyterian, though he does not publicly discuss his religious beliefs.

Career

Jesse Tyler Ferguson began his career in theater, making his Broadway debut in 1998 as Chip in On the Town.

His breakout stage role came as Leaf Coneybear in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2005), earning him a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Ensemble Performance.

He also appeared off-Broadway in productions like The Producers and Little Fish, showcasing his versatility in musical and dramatic roles.

Early television work included guest spots on The Class (2006) and Do Not Disturb (2008), laying the groundwork for his screen career.

Ferguson’s defining role came in 2009 when he joined the cast of Modern Family as Mitchell Pritchett, a lawyer and family man navigating life with his partner, Cameron.

The show became a cultural phenomenon, running for 11 seasons and earning Ferguson widespread acclaim, including five Emmy nominations and four Screen Actors Guild Awards with the ensemble cast.

During the show’s run, he expanded into film, appearing in Untraceable (2008) and Ice Age: Collision Course (2016), and voiced characters in Wonderful World of Color (2020).

Ferguson continues to thrive in theater and television, starring in the 2022 Broadway revival of Take Me Out, for which he won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play.

He published a memoir, Growing Up Modern: A Memoir of Love, Family, and Finding My Own Way, in 2024, reflecting on his journey as a gay man and father.

His recent projects include hosting HGTV’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (2024) and producing the podcast Dinner’s on Me, where he interviews celebrities over meals.

Ferguson’s advocacy for marriage equality through his nonprofit, Tie The Knot, and his engaging stage and screen presence solidify his impact in entertainment.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @jessetyler
• Facebook Handle: Jesse Tyler Ferguson
• Twitter Handle: @jessetyler

Personal Life

Jesse Tyler Ferguson married lawyer and activist Justin Mikita in 2013, after meeting at a gym in 2010 and getting engaged in 2012.

The couple has two sons, Beckett Mercer, born in 2020 via surrogacy, and Sullivan Louis, born in 2022.

No past boyfriends have been publicly documented.

Ferguson enjoys cooking, gardening, and hosting dinner parties, often sharing family moments on social media.

He resides in Los Angeles with his family and remains close to his Modern Family co-stars.

Filmography

• The Class (2006)
• Untraceable (2008)
• Modern Family (2009–2020)
• Ice Age: Collision Course (2016)
• Wonderful World of Color (2020)
• Cocaine Bear (2023)

Net Worth

Jesse Tyler Ferguson holds an estimated net worth of $25 million.

His wealth primarily stems from his role on Modern Family, where he earned up to $500,000 per episode in later seasons, along with syndication royalties.

Additional income comes from his Broadway performances, film roles, hosting HGTV’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, and his podcast Dinner’s on Me.