Simu Liu, known for his role in Marvel’s Shang-Chi, spoke out about a recent debate surrounding the Netflix series Stranger Things. He defended actor Jake Connelly’s decision to use a stunt double, arguing that it was a necessary safety precaution, especially for a young performer, and dismissing criticism he’d received online.
Simu Liu comes out in support for Jake Connelly
Simu Liu came to the defense of Jake Connelly, the actor from Stranger Things, after Connelly received criticism for using a stunt double in the show’s fifth season. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Liu explained that Connelly likely wanted to perform the stunt himself, but producers made the right decision to prioritize his safety. Liu pointed out that using a stunt double is standard practice when there’s a risk to a young actor, and urged people not to jump to conclusions without knowing the full story.
The comment was in response to speculation over why Connelly didn’t perform the stunt himself.
Jake Connelly thanked the stunt team on Instagram for helping him with a challenging scene involving a high hay loft and a scary ladder, expressing his relief at getting back down safely and receiving a hug from Winona. He specifically credited Hiro Koda, Randy (identified as @dallasarcher), and Jahnel (@jahnelly) as the stunt professionals who made the sequence possible.
Connelly recently gave a shout-out to his stunt and photo doubles, @sara_jeanis and @cooper.phoeniix, with a post playfully titled “My Spectacular Stunt and Photo Doubles!” The post suggests the stunt involved some height or danger, and producers made sure safety was a top priority.
Talk about Jake Connelly’s performance as Derek in the latest season of Stranger Things recently exploded online. Fans are loving his humor and how captivating he is on screen, with many calling him the best part of the season. This is a big turnaround for Connelly, who had previously received some negative attention when early photos and trailers were released. Now, he’s getting a lot of positive feedback from fans and well-known people alike.
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2025-12-05 06:16