Stranger Things' Gaten Matarazzo Reflects on Childhood Stardom
At 23 years old, Gaten Matarazzo became famous worldwide when he was cast as Dustin Henderson on the hit Netflix series Stranger Things at just 14. The show turned Gaten and his fellow young stars — Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Caleb McLaughlin, Noah Schnapp, and Sadie Sink — into household names before they even reached high school.
Growing Up in the Spotlight
In a recent interview with Fault Magazine, Gaten opened up about the impact of his early success. He acknowledged that while being a child star brought incredible opportunities, it also had challenges that affected his personal growth.
"Being a child star had its ups and downs. I’m truly grateful for the experience, but I also recognize it slowed down my development into adulthood."
Looking Ahead
Nearly ten years after its debut, the cast is preparing to say farewell to the series with the release of the fifth and final season this month.
Author's summary: Gaten Matarazzo reflects candidly on how early fame shaped his youth, expressing gratitude while acknowledging the personal growth challenges he faced as a child star.