Julie Bowen Reflected On Helping Sarah Hyland Leave An Abusive Relationship

    “I was a responsible adult that happened to be around at the right time," Julie said.

    In a new interview, Julie Bowen spoke about supporting Sarah Hyland, who played her daughter on Modern Family, while she was in an abusive relationship.

    Julie Bowen in a one-shoulder sequined dress at a celebrity event with a flower backdrop
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    Back in 2014, Sarah obtained a temporary restraining order against her ex-boyfriend, Matthew Prokop, alleging that during their five-year relationship, he physically and verbally abused her. Sarah also claimed that after she ended the relationship, he threatened her.

    Sarah Hyland wearing a patterned dress and Matt Prokop in a casual outfit and beanie at an Armani Exchange event for Love is Louder campaign
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    In court documents, it was widely reported that Sarah sought out help from Julie by asking her to come over and help "peacefully end the relationship."

    On the June 3rd episode of The Skinny Confidential Him & Her podcast, co-host Lauryn Bosstick said, "Sarah Hyland gives you credit for saving her life after a violent relationship."