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Noah Schnapp ‘Byler’ TikToks Disputed as Impersonation, Leaving Stranger Things 5 Romance Unclear

A report points to a fan-run account, not the actor, behind clips hinting at a WillMike storyline, so viewers will have to wait for Netflix’s holiday release to learn what happens.

Overview

  • Earlier coverage highlighted viral videos, including one where a comment asked “Is Byler happening or not?” and another set to “I Think We’re Alone Now,” that were framed as playful teases.
  • Dexerto reports the clips came from an unverified fan account and cites a screenshot of an Instagram Story attributed to Schnapp saying the TikTok is not him and that he deleted the app months ago.
  • No official confirmation has been given by Schnapp, Netflix, or the Duffer brothers about a WillMike romantic storyline in the final season.
  • Co-creator Ross Duffer has said Will Byers will take center stage in season 5 with an emotional arc intended to help tie the series together.
  • Netflix will release the eight-episode finale in three parts on November 26, December 25, and December 31.