So, picture this: I’m scrolling through Disney+ on a lazy Sunday, half-watching while my coffee gets cold. Suddenly, a familiar face pops up—not the lead, but that kid who made me laugh in the background of a childhood favorite. I squinted, paused, and thought, “Wait, is that the same girl from ‘Good Luck Charlie’?”
Spoiler: it was. I spent the next two hours down a rabbit hole of credits and cast lists. That’s how I ended up binge-watching the filmography of Aubrey Anderson-Emmons—and honestly? It’s way more impressive than I expected.
You probably know her as Lily Tucker-Pritchett on Modern Family, the tiny, deadpan scene-stealer who could deliver a punchline better than most adults. But here’s the thing: she joined the show at just four years old, and she grew up right in front of us. (No pressure, right?)
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Let’s start with Modern Family, obviously. It’s her biggest claim to fame, and for good reason. Aubrey played Lily from season three all the way to the finale in 2020—that’s eight years of perfect comedic timing and wardrobe choices that still make me cringe lovingly.
I mean, who can forget when Lily called Phil Dunphy her “gay fairy godfather” or told Cam and Mitch they were “ruining her life” over a dress? Peak comedy gold. She held her own against a cast of comedy legends, and somehow she never looked like a child actor reading lines off a cheat sheet.
What Else Has She Even Done? (Spoiler: More Than You Think)
After Modern Family wrapped, I assumed Aubrey would take a break—you know, go to school, eat pizza, be a normal teen. But nope. She jumped right into voice acting, because why not add another talent to the list?
In 2019, she voiced Olivia in the animated series Where’s Waldo? on Amazon Prime. It’s a cute, silly show, and her voice is exactly what you’d imagine: bright, sarcastic, and just a little bit smug. Perfect for a sidekick who’s smarter than the hero.
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Then she popped up in Marvel’s Avengers: Ultron Revolution as Daisy Johnson (a.k.a. Quake) in a younger version. Of course, because every actor needs a superhero gig on their résumé. Right?
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Here’s where it gets niche. Aubrey starred in a 2018 indie film called “The Last Summer”—and no, it’s not a romantic comedy. It’s a coming-of-age drama where she plays Charlie, a girl dealing with loss and family secrets.
Look, I’ll be honest: the movie has a very small audience. But her performance? Genuinely surprising. She’s not just “the funny kid from the sitcom”; she shows real emotional range. One scene where she sits alone in a rainstorm? Chills. I was not prepared for that level of acting dust.
She also appeared in a short film called “The Lost Husband” (2020), which is exactly as sad as it sounds. But again, she brings that quiet, grounded energy that makes you forget she’s only a teenager. It’s like watching a tiny professional.
Wait, Is She Still Acting?
As of right now, Aubrey is 17 years old and mostly focusing on being a high schooler. (Can you blame her? I’d hide from social media too if I’d been working since preschool.) But she does pop up on Instagram occasionally, posting throwbacks or goofing off with her Modern Family castmates.
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She also did a guest spot on American Housewife and a voice role in “Mickey Mouse Funhouse” because, honestly, why wouldn’t you want to hang out with Mickey? Her career is low-key right now, but that’s totally fine—she’s earned a breather.
The One Thing That Connects All Her Roles
Here’s a pattern I noticed: every character Aubrey plays has a sharp tongue and a soft heart. Even in the sweetest moments, she’s got a hint of sarcasm. It’s like she can’t help it—and I low-key love that.
She never plays the “pure, innocent child.” Instead, she’s the kid who rolls her eyes at your bad jokes while secretly saving the day. Relatable queen energy.
So, what’s next for Aubrey Anderson-Emmons? Honestly, your guess is as good as mine. But if she wants to go the Stranger Things route or pop up in a Jordan Peele horror film, I’m here for it. She’s got the chops.
For now, I’ll just rewatch the Modern Family episode where Lily sasses Jay Pritchett. Twelve times. No shame.