Julie Bowen may have become a household name on ABC’s Modern Family. However, the actress who played Claire Dunphy, the mom of three, has played many other roles that showed off her versatility. Although her character on the show was hardworking, sarcastic, and responsible to a fault with a tendency to micromanage, not all the star’s roles have had the same qualities. In fact, years before she took on the role, the 54-year-old picked up characters that were rather different from the one most fans remember her in.

Julie Bowen as Claire Dunphy in Modern Family | Credits: ABC Network

Bowen’s popularity skyrocketed after the 2009 show. However, her roles before and even after that could show fans a whole different side of the actress.

Julie Bowen in the 2000s TV series, Ed

In the early 2000s, Julie Bowen played Carol Vessey in the comedy series, Ed. The show...