Haley and Andy became one of the most loved romances on Modern Family, and Sarah Hyland was reportedly on their side too. While the show ultimately had Haley marry her high school sweetheart Dylan, Hyland is said to have wanted her character to end up with Andy Bailey instead.
How Haley and Andy Won Over Fans
Adam DeVine joined the show as Andy, the sweet and slightly goofy “manny” hired by Jay and Gloria. His slow-burn connection with Haley grew over several seasons, complete with near misses, bad timing and a memorable kiss. The will-they-won’t-they storyline was often compared to classic sitcom couples, and Hyland herself praised it in interviews, comparing it to Ross and Rachel on Friends.
The real-life friendship between Hyland and DeVine helped too. The two had known each other for years, and their easy chemistry carried over to the screen, which is a big reason so many viewers wanted Haley and Andy to end up together.
Why Haley Ended Up With Dylan
In the end, the writers went back to Dylan, played by Reid Ewing, who had been part of Haley’s story since the very first season. The pair got married and became parents to twins, while Andy moved on and married his girlfriend Beth.
According to fan reports, Hyland believed Andy was the better match for Haley and was disappointed with the final decision. She has also spoken openly about wishing Haley’s ending had focused more on her career, telling Cosmopolitan she would have loved to see Haley become “a badass stylist or brand mogul.”
Haley and Andy: The Couple That Could Have Been
Whether you were Team Andy or Team Dylan, it’s clear that Haley and Andy left a lasting impression. Even the actress playing Haley had her own preferred ending for one of Modern Family’s biggest love stories.
Learn more about why Sarah Hyland was disappointed with her ending at Looper.
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