Overview
- Volume 1, released Nov. 26, confirms Hamilton’s first appearance in the premiere as Dr. Kay, a new antagonist in Hawkins.
- Netflix describes Dr. Kay as the head scientist overseeing the military operation in the town, relentlessly hunting Eleven.
- The Duffer Brothers characterize her as hyper-intelligent and intimidating, distinct from Brenner due to her impersonal, militarized approach.
- Hamilton says she rejects Hollywood anti-aging pressures and trained three times a week to prepare for the physically demanding role.
- She revealed she nearly considered retirement due to a hip issue and also noted she will not watch the season she appears in.