Noah Schnapp, the 20-year-old actor famous for playing Will Byers in Netflix’s hit series Stranger Things, is currently facing a wave of criticism on social media ahead of the show’s highly anticipated season 5 finale.
Since the show’s debut in 2016, Noah has been a fan favorite, but recent teaser clips from season 5 have sparked controversy. Critics accuse him of delivering a “flat” and “emotionless” performance, drawing harsh comparisons to actress Gal Gadot.
The backlash quickly escalated online, with memes and debates flooding social media platforms. One viral post even referenced the common cultural trope of former teen stars struggling in their careers. Another popular tweet combined a political jab with humor, further fueling the discussion.
Despite the criticism, many loyal fans defended Noah, dismissing the negative comments as “propaganda” and insisting, “Noah can act.” However, the harsher critics continued to label him as “the male version of Gal Gadot when it comes to acting.”
As the final season of Stranger Things approaches, this controversy is adding an extra layer of buzz to the show’s grand conclusion.
