And then a drama teacher in high school said, ‘You know you’re free to do this.

you’re free to become an actor.'"

He also appeared in off-Broadway productions from Playwright’s Horizons and Vineyard Theater.

Luke MacFarlane in “A Mistletoe Christmas”

Unfortunately, the show’s success was short-lived.

“I’m really thinking, ‘Here it is.

I’m going [to] be famous now.’

Luke MacFarlane posing on couch

One season later, thirteen episodes, and we were canceled.”

In 2006, he landed what would become a major role in both his career and the cultural zeitgeist.

The positive portrayal of Scotty and Kevin’s relationship was momentous.

Luke MacFarlane at the GQ Men of the Year Party in 2022

While the decision undoubtedly affected his career, it was valuable for both him and the LGBTQ+ community.

Luke MacFarlane as Scotty  in “Brothers & Sisters”