What David Harbour Has To Say About Fame And The Young Stars Of Stranger Things As Set Problem Rumors Swirl

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With the final season of Stranger Things just weeks away, most fans are anticipating what will happen to the characters. However, recent reports of alleged bullying and harassment of a younger cast member by David Harbour have drawn a lot of attention.

Around the time reports of the allegations surfaced, David Harbour spoke with Esquire about the show’s young cast, who were all children when Stranger Things began. He acknowledged that early fame can be difficult, but expressed confidence that this group was navigating it successfully. He then shared…

I think today’s young people are generally good. Maybe it’s because I’m now sober, and I’m sure everyone experiments, but it seems like they don’t struggle with substance abuse as much as my generation did. Though, there were other dangers back then that I worried about. For me, what’s always been most important in this industry is the creative side of the work. So much is out of your hands – box office numbers, whether people like you – you can’t control those things. But you can control your dedication to storytelling, to art, to expressing your own unique perspective and voice, and how you see the world.

Millie Bobby Brown has become a major star, largely thanks to her role in Stranger Things. Recent reports suggest she raised concerns about David Harbour early in filming the show’s final season. While there’s been no official confirmation of any complaint, or details about what it involved, the allegations are still troubling. It’s important to remember that these reports haven’t been officially verified.

Regardless of his connection with Brown, the actor who plays Hopper expressed his wish for all the young actors from Stranger Things to have long and thriving careers. He pointed out that they began the show as children, but are now adults, and he hopes they continue to act successfully for many years to come. He then went on to say…

The issue with young people achieving fame is that while it’s thrilling to be praised as incredibly talented, it’s not ideal to be labeled a genius so young. History shows us, like with Mozart, that intense early success often doesn’t lead to a long, fulfilling life. I’d much rather see young actors like Gaten Matarazzo have the chance to develop their skills over decades and take on challenging roles later in life – to really explore their potential and artistry to the fullest. That’s what I truly hope for them.

David Harbour and Lily Allen divorced last year, and their relationship has come under the spotlight again because of Allen’s new album, which appears to suggest Harbour broke promises made during their marriage. While they didn’t have children together, Harbour feels a paternal connection to the young actors from Stranger Things, seeing himself as a supportive figure in their lives. He tries to guide them, but knows he ultimately has to let them make their own choices and hopes for the best.

I believe this is the most reasonable way to handle the situation. It’s worrying, of course – like any parent knows, you can only do so much. You offer support and then step back, being there for them when they need you. That’s how I’ve learned to support them best. I’m always available to help, but ultimately they’re forging their own way, and surprisingly, they’re all thriving.

Now that filming for Stranger Things is finished, the series is largely behind the cast. It’s currently unknown if the reported complaint will cause any further problems, or if the show’s conclusion will resolve the matter.

The last season of Stranger Things begins streaming on Netflix November 26th. The second part, including the series finale, will air in 2025, with episodes premiering on December 25th and the final episode on December 31st.

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2025-11-04 19:08