Your Mama’s Kitchen Jesse Tyler Ferguson
May 8, 2024
Jesse Tyler Ferguson, a Tony Award-winning actor famous for his role as Mitchell Pritchett on Modern Family, shares his journey from a young theater enthusiast in Albuquerque to a proud father. He opens up about the emotional experience of coming out to his dad and reflects on the significance of family bonds. The conversation flows into the heart of Albuquerque's cuisine, where Jesse reveals a cherished recipe for green chili chicken stew, symbolizing the warmth and connection found in cooking for loved ones.
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Finding His Tribe in Theater
- Jesse Tyler Ferguson was shy and felt like an outsider as a kid, struggling with traditional interests like soccer.
- He found his tribe and confidence in local theater, which became a safe, welcoming space for him.
Growing Up Without Support
- Jesse received minimal support at home for his sexuality due to fear and stigma during the 80s AIDS crisis.
- He always felt Albuquerque was a stopover before moving to a place where he could be fully himself.
The Three Times He Came Out
- Jesse came out to his dad three times: first indirectly via stolen materials, then his mom told his dad, and finally he told his dad himself.
- This reflects a messy, non-linear coming out process many experience.