Fans can finally relax as Joe Keery confirms that Steve Harrington receives a happy ending in the final season of Stranger Things. With Season 5 approaching, there was a lot of concern about which character might become the ultimate sacrifice, but Keery reassures that Steve will survive.
The actor expressed he was “very happy… with the way it wrapped up for me, personally.” When asked if the fans would share this sentiment, he answered without hesitation:
Oh yeah!
In a show featuring many monstrous threats, this is the most reassuring news Hawkins has offered in years. Steve’s character development has been essential throughout the series. Initially introduced in Season 1 as a confident ’80s jock with flawless hair, Steve seemed destined to be the typical arrogant teen antagonist. He quickly earned a reputation for being cocky and somewhat shallow, stuck between popular-boy clichés and his iconic Farrah Fawcett hairstyle.
However, as the seasons progressed, Steve’s character evolved into something quietly endearing.
Joe Keery confirms that Steve Harrington not only survives but also receives a satisfying conclusion in the final season, closing an important chapter for this beloved character.