Another player has emerged in the increasingly dramatic family circus surrounding “Modern Family” teen Ariel Winter.
As Ariel’s sister Shanelle Grey bids to become her little sister’s permanent guardian, new reports have surfaced stating that her father, Glenn Workman, wants the court to “allow [him] the chance to function as a healthy parent and help Ariel through this ordeal.”
In court documents obtained by E! News, Glenn, who has not been living with Ariel and her mom Chrisoula “Chris” Workman, denies Shanelle’s allegation that he is estranged from Ariel and unable to properly care for her.
“I am her biological father and have always strived to be a constant in her life,” Workman states. He goes on to say that he has always “loved her, cared for her, supported her, and assisted her busy lifestyle.” He adds that he is willing to “move back to the family residence” in order to be with her.
Additionally, E! News reports that Ariel’s older brother Jimmy Workman does not believe Shanelle is the right person to have custody. “I have NEVER seen any physical or emotional abuse in the home of my parents regarding Ariel,” the actor wrote in a statement to the court.
A hearing is scheduled for today in LA to determine if Shanelle can retain custody of her little sister. She claims that her mother had been physically and emotionally abusive toward Ariel. Chris objects to the claims of abuse.