Modern Family - Season 8 -

continues to run Pritchett’s Closets while navigating her kids' independence.

The eighth season of Modern Family , which originally aired from , serves as a major turning point for the Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker clan. While the series maintained its signature mockumentary style, this season leaned heavily into the emotional "empty nest" transition as the youngest of the original kids, Manny and Luke, prepared to graduate high school. Key Storylines and Character Arcs Modern Family - Season 8

returns from Caltech with a bout of mono, leading to a temporary "backslide" into local living and a brief stint as a barista. New Relationships : continues to run Pritchett’s Closets while navigating her

begins dating Rainer Shine (guest star Nathan Fillion), a local TV weatherman, though the relationship eventually ends later in the season. Key Storylines and Character Arcs returns from Caltech

: The season-long arc follows Manny Delgado and Luke Dunphy through their senior year, culminating in a graduation finale that leaves Jay, Gloria, Phil, and Claire grappling with their changing roles as parents. Career Shifts and New Ventures :