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Nolan Gould

Nolan Gould is an American actor best known for playing Luke Dunphy on the ABC sitcom Modern Family.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Nolan Gould is an American actor best known for playing Luke Dunphy on the ABC sitcom Modern Family. Born in New York City in 1998, he began acting as a child and has also appeared in film and television projects including Friends with Benefits, The To Do List, and Ghoul.

Early life and career

Gould was born in New York City in 1998 and started performing at a young age, first in commercials and then in acting roles. His early screen work included short films, television appearances, and family-oriented productions.

Breakthrough with Modern Family

His career-defining role was Luke Dunphy on Modern Family, the youngest child in the Dunphy family. The role made him a recognizable child actor and continued through the series' run.

Film and television work

Outside Modern Family, Gould appeared in a mix of film and television projects, including Friends with Benefits, The To Do List, Ghoul, and Field of Lost Shoes. He also worked in earlier TV guest and supporting roles.

Public image and recognition

Gould was noted as a young performer with strong academic ability and received industry recognition as a child actor. Coverage of his career often highlighted his contrast between his character's dim-witted traits and his own off-screen accomplishments.

Key facts

  • Began his career in commercials at age three and moved into acting roles as a child.
  • Made his feature film debut in Sunny & Share Love You and his television debut in Out of Jimmy's Head.
  • Became widely known for portraying Luke Dunphy on Modern Family.
  • Appeared in films including Friends with Benefits, The To Do List, and Field of Lost Shoes.
  • Has also been credited in projects such as Ghoul and Eleventh Hour.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Nolan Gould?
Nolan Gould is an American actor best known for playing Luke Dunphy on Modern Family.
When was Nolan Gould born?
He was born on October 28, 1998.
What is Nolan Gould best known for?
He is best known for his role as Luke Dunphy in Modern Family.
What films has Nolan Gould appeared in?
His film credits include Friends with Benefits, The To Do List, Field of Lost Shoes, and Ghoul.
What was Nolan Gould's early career like?
He began with commercials as a child and then moved into short films and television roles before Modern Family.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nolan_Gould
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, acting credits, and role in Modern Family.
  2. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm2188098/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, and selected known credits.
  3. Fandangohttps://www.fandango.com/people/nolan-gould-255025/biography
    Supports: Career overview, early work, and breakthrough with Modern Family.
  4. ABChttps://abc.com/cast/df912abe-b722-4f10-a4cd-449d7b780529
    Supports: Role as Luke Dunphy and selected film and television credits.