Nothing quite takes a comedic production up another notch like an appearance by Nathan Lane. "Modern Family" got a talent injection when Lane first appeared as Pepper Saltzman in Season 2, Episode 3, "Earthquake." In the episode, both Cameron and Mitch are irritated because they don't want to attend Pepper's themed party, mainly because they don't want to get all dressed up in costumes. The couple takes advantage of an earthquake by claiming that there's too much damage to their home for them to attend the party, and they call Pepper to cancel. Well, the joke's on them because Lane's character ends up popping in to help them clean the supposed damage. It was then that fans got their first taste of Pepper.
More guest appearances follow after that initial episode, with plotlines that include Pepper helping Mitch and Cam plan their wedding as well as him organizing a late baby shower for Sal (Elizabeth Banks). The personality of Lane's character, combined with his comedic talents, makes it obvious why some fans would love to see a spinoff series.
Of course, since the show ended in 2020, there have been other "Modern Family" characters that could carry their own ongoing story. Though producers haven't yet shown interest in making a spinoff or reboot of the hit ABC show, main actors like Rico Rodriguez, who plays Manny, have publicly expressed interest if the opportunity were to ever arise. Until then, fans will have to fantasize about possible future shows, including "A Dash of Pepper."
