Hey there, fellow Stranger Things enthusiast! You know what's been bugging me? All these kids in Hawkins are growing up right before our eyes, but have you ever stopped to wonder, "How old are they now?" Let's dive in, shall we?
Our Fave Kids: Then and Now
Let's start with the OG squad. Eleven, our badass heroine, was around 12 in Season 1. But remember, she was in the Upside Down for a while, so who knows how that affected her aging? In Season 2, she's still rocking that preteen vibe, but with a touch more sass.
Now, Mike, Dustin, Lucas, and Will were all 12 when we first met them. By Season 2, they're still hanging out in that awkward preteen phase, dealing with growth spurts, voice cracks, and all that jazz. Poor Will, though, he's been through the wringer, so he's got a wisdom beyond his years.
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And how could we forget Nancy and Jonathan? They were 16 and 15 respectively in Season 1. By Season 2, they're both 17, navigating the treacherous waters of high school, first jobs, and family drama. Nancy's all grown up, working at the local newspaper, while Jonathan's still got that brooding teen photographer thing going on.
New Faces, New Ages
Now, let's talk about the newbies. Max, the cool skater girl, is around 13, making her the youngest of the main crew. She's got a tough exterior, but she's just a kid at heart. Her older brother, Billy, is 17, and he's got that typical older brother swagger down pat.
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And let's not forget Joyce and Jim Hopper. Joyce was 37 in Season 1, and Hopper was, well, ageless. But by Season 2, they're both a year older, with Joyce turning 38 and Hopper... well, let's just say he's still got that eternal 30-something thing going on.
Growing Up, One Demogorgon at a Time
So there you have it, folks! The kids of Stranger Things are growing up, just like us. It's a wild ride, isn't it? But hey, at least they've got each other, and us, cheering them on from our couches.
Remember, no matter how old we get, there's always a little bit of that preteen awkwardness lurking inside us. So embrace it, and keep on binge-watching. After all, growing up is hard, but it's a whole lot easier with friends by your side. And if all else fails, there's always ice cream. Right, Eleven?