Short answer:
Only a few Stranger Things actors have publicly confirmed they are LGBTQ+ in real life. Most rumors online are NOT true.
In this guide, we list ONLY confirmed cast members who are gay or queer.
Confirmed LGBTQ+ Stranger Things Actors (Real Life)
👦 Noah Schnapp (Will Byers) – Gay
Noah Schnapp publicly came out as gay in January 2023.
He shared that his family and friends already knew and that he felt relieved to be open about his identity.
Schnapp also joked that he is “more similar to Will than I thought,” referencing his character’s sexuality in the show.
Amybeth McNulty (Vickie) – Queer
Amybeth McNulty, who plays Vickie in Season 4, has publicly spoken about being a queer woman and the importance of LGBTQ+ representation in media.
She said playing a queer character in Stranger Things was deeply personal for her.
Characters vs. Actors (Important Difference)
Some Stranger Things characters are LGBTQ+, but their actors are NOT publicly LGBTQ+ in real life:
🧑🤝🧑 LGBTQ+ Characters (Fictional)
- Will Byers
- Robin Buckley
- Vickie
👉 But Robin Buckley’s actress (Maya Hawke) has NOT publicly confirmed her sexuality.
👉 Many rumors about other actors are speculation and should be treated as unverified.
❌ Unconfirmed or False Rumors About the Cast
There are many internet rumors claiming other actors are gay or bisexual (Finn Wolfhard, Joe Keery, etc.), but:
- They have NOT publicly confirmed any LGBTQ+ identity
- No reliable interviews or statements exist
- Most claims come from TikTok or fan speculation
Will’s Sexuality Explained (In the Show)
Will Byers is confirmed to be gay in Stranger Things.
If you want a full explanation of Will’s storyline, read here:
👉 Is Will gay in Stranger Things?
https://strangerthingsportal.com/is-will-gay-in-stranger-things/
