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6 Reasons Why Phil Dunphy Is The Best

He's my favorite TV dad.

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6 Reasons Why Phil Dunphy Is The Best
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So I watch a lot of "Modern Family." I've seen almost every episode of the seven-season series, and Phil Dunphy has without a doubt become my favorite character. For those of you who don't watch the show, Phil is a happy-go-lucky realtor, magic enthusiast, and patriarch of the Dunphy household. Here are six reasons why Phil is the best television character around.

1. He keeps his word.

If Phil Dunphy makes you a promise, he keeps it. He doesn't back down from a challenge, and he always tries his absolute best to keep his word. He dedicates himself to every cause he involves himself with, and I admire that a lot about him.

2. He's got killer dance moves.


Okay, this one is a bit sarcastic. But the handful of times he's busted out his dance moves on the show, I've laughed hysterically. Phil has great rhythm, but his execution falls a little flat. I find it really funny.

3. He's protective of his family.

Phil is married to a beautiful woman and the father of two teenage girls; he's got PLENTY to be protective over. He may be a generally easy-going person, but when it comes to protecting his family, Phil doesn't mess around.

4. He's a "Harry Potter" nerd.

This one doesn't require much of an explanation. He loves "Harry Potter." I love "Harry Potter." "Harry Potter" is pretty great.

5. He's confident.

Despite being dorky and not-so-suave, Phil is extremely comfortable in his own skin, even if he seems weird to others sometimes. He's got the perfect amount of confidence!

6. He's just like all of us.

Phil Dunphy is a very cool dude, but he's only human. He goes through plenty of problems on the show, but he faces them with a smile. He's got issues and insecurities just like us, but he manages to push through with his trademark optimistic attitude.


So there you have it. Phil Dunphy is a great husband, dad, and a pretty stand-up guy all around. Check out "Modern Family" sometime and you'll learn all the other reasons why he's so great.

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