Joe Keery Opens Up About Emotional Conclusion to ‘Stranger Things’
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Joe Keery, known for his role as Steve Harrington in the hit series ‘Stranger Things,’ recently discussed the bittersweet conclusion of the show. During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on January 28, the 32-year-old actor reflected on wrapping up the fifth and final season of the beloved science fiction series last December.
Describing the experience as “crazy,” Keery expressed the magnitude of working on the show for a significant portion of his life. “It was a long year,” he shared with Fallon. “But to wrap it all up and the anticipation of working on something for so long — I mean it’s been one-third of my life, really.”
The actor revealed that the final day of shooting was particularly emotional for the cast and crew. “We sort of got to that last day and it was like everything really hit on that last day of shooting,” Keery recalled. He also shared how he stayed to witness his fellow cast members wrap up, emphasising the strong bond they share.
Keery emphasised the close-knit relationships he formed with his co-stars, referring to them as “family for life.” He specifically mentioned Millie Bobby Brown, who portrays Eleven, and Caleb McLaughlin, who plays Lucas Sinclair, expressing his deep connection with them after years of working together on the show.
Netflix officially announced the conclusion of filming for ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 on December 10, marking the end of an era for the iconic series. The streaming platform released a series of behind-the-scenes photos of the cast members on set, capturing the emotional final moments of production.
Several cast members, including Finn Wolfhard and Noah Schnapp, took to social media to share their feelings about wrapping up the show. Wolfhard, who portrays Mike Wheeler, expressed his shock at the end of filming, while Schnapp, who plays Will Byers, reflected on his emotional farewell to the character.
As fans eagerly anticipate the release of the final season of ‘Stranger Things,’ Keery’s candid insights into the emotional journey of concluding the show offer a glimpse into the profound impact it has had on the cast. The actor’s reflections on the end of this chapter in his career serve as a poignant reminder of the lasting bonds formed through shared experiences in the world of entertainment.
The legacy of ‘Stranger Things’ and the relationships forged on set will undoubtedly continue to resonate with fans and the cast members alike. Keery’s heartfelt sentiments capture the essence of bidding farewell to a beloved series that has left an indelible mark on popular culture.