David Harbour Reveals Why He Envies Stranger Things Co-Stars David Harbour, the actor who portrayed Jim Hopper in the hit Netflix series Stranger Things, has shared his thoughts on the unique dynamic he experienced while working with the show’s younger cast members. During an event in Los Angeles, Harbour admitted to feeling a sense of envy toward his co-stars, including Finn Wolfhard, Millie Bobby Brown, and Noah Schnapp, for their ability to embrace their natural instincts during filming. He described how their youthful energy and comfort with their roles allowed them to act with a level of authenticity that he found both impressive and enviable. Harbour highlighted that the younger actors, despite their age, brought a rawness to their performances that set them apart. He recalled how, during filming, they would engage in behaviors that might seem unrefined to more experienced actors—such as letting out a fart during takes. “These kids were just enjoyable as hell,” he said. “A lot of kid actors that you work with are very actor-y, but part of the strength of the actors they formed was that, at their essence, they were just kids. So even during takes, they would fart and do things you just couldn’t believe you had the relaxation to do in front of a camera. I was like, I would dream of being able to do that and not being self-conscious in that way!” The 51-year-old actor emphasized the joy of collaborating with the young cast, calling them “real, beautiful human beings” and expressing how much he cherished the experience. He described the first season of the show as a “miraculous time in my life,” noting the emotional challenges of portraying Hopper, a character grappling with depression.#david_harbour #stranger_things #millie_bobby_brown #noah_schnapp #finn_wolfhard
Finn Wolfhard's Met Gala Marks a Fashion Milestone and New Creative Chapter Finn Wolfhard is preparing for his first-ever Met Gala, a milestone that aligns with his long-standing relationship with the fashion brand Thom Browne. The actor, known for his role in Stranger Things, chose the abstract designer’s signature style for the event, which includes shrunken uniforms and a mix of vintage, British-inspired, and Japanese workwear elements. This decision was not impulsive; Wolfhard has worn Thom Browne for years, both in daily life and during promotional events for his films. The brand’s collaboration with him dates back to his band’s first tour, where they dressed him for performances. The Met Gala invitation, he explains, was a natural fit given his admiration for the brand. “They probably saw I was a fan of the clothes,” he says, emphasizing the ease of the decision. While Thom Browne is an American label, Wolfhard finds its aesthetic resonates with his personal taste for vintage, comfortable, and British-influenced styles. He cites a love for thrifted trousers and the Tokyo-based label Beams as part of his eclectic fashion influences. “It’s kind of a mishmash of a bunch of things,” he notes, highlighting his fluid approach to fashion. For Wolfhard, fashion is not a fixed identity but a dynamic expression of self. “My relationship to it is always changing,” he says. “I’m always having new obsessions with different periods and different clothes. I see it as a way to express yourself, not something where you feel buttoned up or like you’re wearing something you don’t actually want to wear.” This philosophy reflects his broader perspective on creativity, which extends beyond fashion into his acting and music careers.#barack_obama #stranger_things #thom_browne #finn_wolfhard #fire_from_the_hip
Finn Wolfhard Faces Backlash for Quoting Kanye West's 2009 VMA Interruption of Taylor Swift in New Song Finn Wolfhard, known for his role in Stranger Things, has drawn significant criticism after incorporating a reference to Kanye West’s 2009 VMAs incident in a new song. The track, which samples West’s infamous interruption of Taylor Swift during her performance, has sparked outrage among Swift’s fanbase and even some non-fans. The controversy centers on West’s actions at the 2009 VMAs, where he disrupted Swift’s acceptance speech for Best Female Video, calling her a “hater” and interrupting her with a rant about his own music. The moment, widely regarded as a low point in pop culture history, has since become a symbol of toxic behavior in the music industry. Wolfhard’s decision to sample West’s interruption has been met with harsh reactions. Taylor Swift fans, known for their fierce loyalty, have condemned the reference as a deliberate attempt to provoke. Many argue that West’s behavior was not only disrespectful but also harmful to Swift’s career at the time. One user tweeted, “Sampling a Nazi who humiliated a 19-year-old girl aside, this objectively just sounds horrible.” Another pointed out, “You don’t take into consideration the fact that he is making fun of the situation where the most disgusting man alive humiliated a female artist when she was 19 and almost destroyed her career years later… oh wait… It’s Taylor Swift, so yeah, wdc right?” A third critic added, “You can’t try to humiliate one of the biggest artists on the planet AND sound like shit Finn Wolfhard, if you’re going to be a raging arsehole at least be talented.” The backlash has extended beyond Swift’s fanbase.#taylor_swift #stranger_things #kanye_west #finn_wolfhard #vmas_2009
