Jesse Tyler Ferguson: Best. Ffriend. Ever.

We’re naming Jesse Tyler Ferguson gay best friend of the summer.

If you love Modern Family (and who doesn’t), surely you love Jesse Tyler Ferguson, gay actor playing a gay dad, as much as I do. That’s one ginger who knows how to make anxiety look fun – a skill your humble correspondent would do well to emulate. JTF is a particular star around Friendfactor HQ for headlining our Best. Wedding Gift. Ever. campaign. His short video helped spread the word about marriage inequality in New York and encouraged everyone who has a stake in the issue – meaning everyone with a gay friend or loved one – to get involved. Plus, he is hilarious!

If you haven’t caught the video yet, I’m a little jealous… you’re about to experience something awesome for the first time, friend.

More on Jesse’s adorable awesomeness and the NY marriage victory after the jump!

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Funny Ladies Who Made an Impact – Thanks to these Amazing Celeb Friend-Setters

You certainly don’t have to have a prime-time standup special to help your friends win full legal freedoms… but it doesn’t hurt! On the two-month anniversary of New York legalizing marriage for gay couples, we wanted to give a shout out of sincere thanks to the comediennes and other inspiring stars who encouraged fans and friends to call legislators in the name of love.

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