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Stranger Things Finale Spurs In-Universe Alumni Posts as Star Praises Jonathan–Nancy Ending

Creators say the choice gives Nancy space to grow.

Overview

  • In a new interview, Charlie Heaton says Jonathan and Nancy's concluding storyline felt honest, organic, and well written.
  • Co-creator Matt Duffer explains the pair's final outcome was long planned to center Nancy's independence and self-discovery.
  • NYU Alumni posted a playful callout for “Jonathan Byers,” identifying him as Class of 1991 and a former filmmaking student.
  • Emerson College's alumni account celebrated “Nancy Wheeler” with a tongue-in-cheek tribute referencing her journalism path and a 2019 degree.
  • Media coverage also notes Heaton and Natalia Dyer remain a couple in real life despite their characters' on-screen closure.