Julie Bowen’s Divorce From Scott Phillips: What Happened?

Remember back in 2018 when the news hit that Julie Bowen, the beloved Claire Dunphy from Modern Family, had filed for divorce from her husband, Scott Phillips? Fans were left stunned, especially since the couple seemed so solid after 13 years of marriage. But life, as we all know, is full of surprises, and Julie’s story is no exception. Let’s dive into the details and uncover what really happened.

Who Is Scott Phillips, Anyway?

Before he became known as Julie Bowen’s husband, Scott Phillips was just a regular guy with a career in real estate investment. The two tied the knot in 2004, long before Julie became a household name as the frazzled but lovable mom on Modern Family. That show premiered in 2009, and soon enough, Julie was racking up awards and adoration from fans worldwide. Along the way, Scott was always by her side, making appearances at award shows and red carpet events. It seemed like the perfect partnership, didn’t it?

But even the most supportive spouses have their limits. Take, for instance, the 2016 Emmys. Julie opened up about why Scott didn’t join her that year. “We just had our anniversary on the day of the Emmys, which was hilarious,” she told People. “He’s come every year, he’s been so supportive and this year he was playing in a tennis tournament. I wasn’t nominated as an individual, so I said, ‘What do you want to do on our anniversary?’” She added, “It’s such an honor to be nominated and to go, but it’s tough to be a purse holder.”

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Fast forward to February 2018, and the news broke that Julie and Scott had separated. A few days later, TMZ confirmed that Julie had officially filed for divorce. By September of that year, their marriage was over, with the couple agreeing to split their $25.3 million fortune evenly. That’s right—down the middle. Talk about a clean break!

Interestingly, in November 2022, Julie appeared on the “Quitters” podcast to discuss her sexuality. “I’m straight. I’ve always been straight,” she explained. “I was in love with a woman for a while, but she didn’t love me back. She liked women, but she didn’t like me in that way.” Julie went on to say, “It never really took off, so I never really had to challenge my concept of my sexuality.”

Are There Kids in the Picture?

Yes, Julie and Scott share three children together: son Oliver and twins John and Gustav. Despite the split, Julie has spoken positively about her relationship with Scott post-divorce. In January 2020, she told Us Weekly, “Do you know what divorce in the state of California is? I love working, and I joke about that. I’m actually very good friends with my ex-husband, and he knows very well that I would work no matter what. I would work.”

She also opened up about co-parenting with Scott. “My kids are good, and that’s all that matters, you know?” she told Us Weekly in November 2018. Clearly, their focus remains on raising their boys together, even if they’re no longer a couple.

When asked if she was dating anyone after the divorce, Julie playfully replied, “No. No. Nah, I’m seeing three boys,” adding, “And they’re terrible dates. They never pay, and they always just stiff me.” She then joked, “They’re great. They’re really great, but they’re teenagers, so it’s mostly grunting, and it’s mostly grunting and selling soap because I’m doing JB Skrub, which is my tween and teen boys skincare line.”

Julie also revealed that she shares clothes with her kids all the time. “They’re 14-year-old boys. I love their clothes. High tops and baggy khakis, hell yes,” she told the outlet. And let’s not forget the influence of her Modern Family costar, Sofía Vergara. “Sofía is somebody that always has inspired me and given me the courage to get in a dress and stand up and say, ‘It is OK to be a female.’ It does not reveal a weakness, and it’s okay to be embracing that.”

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