Gaten Matarazzo

Biography

Gaten Matarazzo is an American actor best known for his breakout role as Dustin Henderson on the hit series Stranger Things. Born on September 8, 2002, in New Jersey, he began performing in regional theatre as a child, appearing in Broadway productions like Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and Les Misérables. Matarazzo gained international recognition when Stranger Things premiered on Netflix in 2016, and his portrayal of the witty, loyal Dustin made him a fan favorite across all seasons of the show. Beyond acting, he is an advocate for cleidocranial dysplasia awareness, the bone disorder he was born with, and he uses his platform to support related charities. Matarazzo has also hosted and starred in the supernatural competition series Prank Encounters and appeared in films including Honor Society. Known for his charisma and connection with fans, he continues to build a diverse career in television and film.

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