Steve Harrington

For the Welsh pop singer named Steve Harrington, see Steve Strange.

Steve Harrington
Stranger Things character
Joe Keery as Steve Harrington (Season 3)
First appearance"Chapter One: The Vanishing of Will Byers" (2016)
Created byThe Duffer Brothers
Portrayed byJoe Keery
In-universe information
Nicknames
  • King Steve
  • Steve "The Hair" Harrington
  • Dingus (by Robin)
  • Pretty Boy (by Billy)
  • Big Boy (by Eddie)
Occupation
  • Student at Hawkins High School
  • Former Scoops Ahoy employee
  • Family Video employee
  • Lifeguard at Hawkins pool and also school swimming captain
Significant otherNancy Wheeler (ex-girlfriend)
HomeHawkins, Indiana, United States

Steve Harrington is a fictional character from the Netflix television show Stranger Things, portrayed by Joe Keery. Though initially characterized as a stereotypically unlikeable jock, Steve has progressed throughout the series into a more courageous, thoughtful, and caring character. His character development has been well received, with critics calling him the show's breakout character and its emotional anchor.[1]

Initially a part of the first season's recurring cast, Steve was promoted to series regular in season 2.[2]

  1. ^ "All About Steve: Stranger Things' Redeemed Hero Is Its Saving Grace". Paste Magazine. Retrieved November 20, 2023.
  2. ^ Goldberg, Lesley (October 14, 2016). "'Stranger Things' Adds Pair to Cast, Promotes Duo to Regular for Season 2". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved November 20, 2023.