Noah Schnapp, star of Stranger Things, has responded to criticism surrounding his character Will Byers' coming out scene in the show's final season. Schnapp described the five-minute scene as 'perfect' and emphasized that it felt authentic and emotionally significant, drawing on his own experiences for preparation. Despite negative audience scores and accusations of the show being too 'woke,' Schnapp expressed pride in the episode and gratitude for the support of his castmates. Looking ahead, Schnapp is excited for fans to experience the series finale in theaters and promises a satisfying conclusion to the story.