Gaten Matarazzo gets real | What he thinks about Stranger Things coming to an end

Gaten Matarazzo (Stranger Things, Sweeney Todd) joins us again this week to share his perspective on Stranger Things coming to and end… how he’s preparing to say goodbye to Dustin after a eight years… and the lessons he’s learned after landing a hit show at the age of 12. Gaten starts the episode talking about his dream come true of performing Sweeney Todd on Broadway and the highs and lows that came with its seven month run. We also talk about the unique experience of literally growing up with his cast mates on a hit series, how he’s managing his mental health today, and being at peace with the reality of coming off one of the biggest series of all time.

[Distractingly_Dope]

This is one of the wisest and most balanced takes I’ve ever heard out of Hollywood

[mizuko]

He’s a stage actor. Completely different breed. Seems like he’s happy for the opportunity. Good for him.

[rustyshackleford]

Out of all those kids, him, I’m not worried about. Smart young man.

[Ch-yzyt]

What a well spoken, self aware young man. His parents must be incredibly proud of him.

[lindamawdsley]

Gaten is a very balanced and level headed young man🙂

[leezysaurus]

The way Gaten said “I disagree” came with a PhD in life

[DemocracyManifest]

Bro's mentally and emotionally on another level, he totally gets his environment without getting sucked in to the fame. He seems like a good dude.

[detailsmove]

Gaten's words in the second half struck a chord and display a wisdom beyond his years; he's got a great head on his shoulder and I can't wait to watch and support his career moving forward

[tobylevins]

Holy shit, I am a 42 year old actor and if I had been given stranger things at his age I would have screwed it up royally. What a balanced and thoughtful young dude.

[kirbyspaniel]

What a way to handle your reality. I'm extremely I pressed with his maturity.

[thebrianwhite]

I'm normally disappointed with Hollywood. This young man is based. Wish the best for him. Good interview

[wyrdalinby]

He's SO intelligent and well spoken and aware of how 'strange' it was being so young and so famous in the industry as well as his own experience with how it affected his family. Gaten is going to go far even if he doesn't continue in Hollywood.

[jonathansallows]

"You are more mature than me....right now!" LOL. Gaten is so well-spoken.

[EmpyreanDreamer]

To be so wise at 21 you know he has a bright future ahead. I for one will be watching anything he's involved in.

[PokeNPC]

Dude really hit the jackpot. Able to be in a much-loved show. Able to support himself and his family. Happy to ride off into the sunset and work on things he likes doing. Mature and level-headed personality to boot. Well done Gaten.

[Mike-hjgg]

bro that might just be the most balanced and sane thing i have ever heard any celebrity say..

[GeographyGeek]

With his attitude I feel like he’ll find work for as long as he wants it. He’s talented and I’m sure many people enjoy working with him.

[moeezS]

"You're suddenly the breadwinner for your family when you're 12yo" That's crazy when you put it like that, especially for big child actors. No wonder they get messed up.

[vvlrrwd]

What an amazingly collected and wise person. Good for him.

[Gabbyy_Gabriella]

He’s an amazing actor, he’s also so well spoken. What a cool guy. :)