‘Stranger Things’ Actor Shares about Life with Cleidocranial Dysplasia

[@Kevin_tx]

What he doesn’t realize is we watch stranger things because of him. We love this guy!

[@schwaylyric606]

Kevin I actually watch it because of Noah shnapp and him😂

[@ThaqtRamone]

@@schwaylyric606 I watch it for many actors, but mostly for Joe Keery, Gaten Matarazzo, Noah Schnapp, Finn Wolfhard, Millie Bobby Brown, David Harbour and of course Winona Ryder

[@shubhikim1880]

@@ThaqtRamone oh.........

[@zahrah8512]

Electrical Artist Basically everyone well just the most famous

[@rainzz1x]

Him and Noah

[@jenecareiser8341]

He’s such a sweetheart how could you not love him!!!

[@autumnlabossiere7237]

He is a nice guy I don't understand how anybody could bully him that way

[@menheraboy]

Ik right

[@xmuta]

Jeneca Reiser - You only say that because he is white.

[@arwoenikje]

@@xmuta ?

[@zdravkomaric3522]

@@xmuta tf? No

[@techh9171]

Well without this kid stranger things would be incomplete I just love his character and man who can forget the Dustin and susie's romantic song

[@enchantress7928]

Bullshit, if he had not been in stranger things you would not have missed him because you would not have "known" him, so it is bullshit what you say.

[@jama5336]

Tech Triangle TURN AROUND

[@peachymsp5041]

goochi LOOK AT WHAT YOU SEEEEEEEEEE

[@inspirationuprising]

I would say remove this comment for the people who havent seen stranger things 3 lol

[@blueanimul]

susie WITH A Z

[@devanshsharma5765]

Gaten: Yeah, I have been bullied Steve: Who bullied my child ?!?!?!?!

[@dariasff]

Yesss I love Steve and Dustin relationship 😌👏🏽

[@soccer10kyra]

Yesss the steve and dustin duo❤❤💯👌

[@anistongrey8055]

Yasss Steve is the ✨BEST✨ Mom

[@Bellaerden]

YESSSS STEVE IS DA BEST MOM IN THE SHOW

[@josiechapman7389]

Literally

[@guntassran5964]

The only one time i cried watching stranger things was when nobody agreed to dance with Dustin (Gaten) . *ACTUALLY*

[@barbarabrumen3591]

Guntas ME TOO 😵

[@EEMH-lk9tr]

I never cry, but that gave me tears in my eyes.

[@mckenziemahoney7485]

ME TOOOO

[@ninjasylph]

That hurt me to my core. I just wanted to morph into my 14 year old self and jump into the screen with some fog machines as my backup. I would have danced with him.

[@guntassran5964]

ninjasylph Actually !!!

[@nevarmore3474]

Gaten: doesn’t get roles Netflix: *wanna sing never ending story?*

[@lauryngrist7019]

IzukuMidorya y e s

[@suzanne1327]

Y e s

[@lucy129_]

A a a a. Aa a a a a ahhhhh

[@potatogacha9906]

Never ending storyyyyyyyyy Aaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhh

[@korr0pt981]

*wasnt it duffer brothers?*

[@mayjeganmogan4514]

he is literally a ray of sunshine bless him such a sweetheart and so inspiring

[@Mbull4935]

May Jeganmogan I met him when I worked at 7-eleven by my sisters house in Little Egg Harbor, NJ. It was 7/11 day and he came in for the slushees. I didn’t know who he was cause I never watched stranger things, so when I saw people following him, I was confused. He was very nice and humble. I asked my coworker who he was and she was shocked to hear that I didn’t know. Lol. I had just moved there, so apparently everyone knew him cause he’s a local. My sister was thrilled when I told her. That’s when she finally told me that he lived in the area. I’ve yet to watch stranger things though. Waiting for the hype to be over with.

[@mariannadobos8397]

lunadelaluz I was waiting for the hype to be over too but my friend forced me to watch it. Season one wasnt very good but season two was sooo good and season three was even better.

[@averageytwatcher2060]

Charmava my ratings were reversed but to each their own I guess

[@Grandmasterkiller]

No he is not LITERALLY a ray of sunshine. Stop using this word.

[@leannarowe4270]

As a person who has this disorder I love this and how they spread awareness

[@imeneftdj9259]

I don't know if you mind me askiasking, but what's this condition's symptoms!?? I'm just really curious

[@leannarowe4270]

@@imeneftdj9259 missing collar bones usually everyone’s forehead is the same dental problems and list goes on

[@imeneftdj9259]

@@leannarowe4270 I see.well i hope you have people that make life easier.

[@kit.rosesmx]

@@leannarowe4270 is the lisp part of the disorder??

[@leannarowe4270]

@@kit.rosesmx it is!! For some it’s more noticeable

[@haleycarson8147]

dr: you have striking levels of maturity at the age of 15 gaten: thanks it’s called trauma

[@arsonfly]

@@mikeywares4900 I think it's probably the support system he had. People aren't born a certain way, they're made a certain way. Trauma is widespread; a good family and friends not so much.

[@BiggisDickis]

MIkey Wares It’s also called a joke...

[@jak_9803]

@@mikeywares4900 LMFAO

[@BiggisDickis]

MIkey Wares Shhh, just go grab your cup of soy milk and go back to bed. It’s past your bedtime.

[@Stella-iW123]

Trump 2020, Fuck you, I have I’m nothing against your comment above, or your political beliefs, but you have gone too far.

[@apinksnecc8083]

Who could bully someone with such an adorable voice

[@mahendrakhati4732]

A bully

[@BuffBoi80085]

@@mahendrakhati4732 😂

[@mahendrakhati4732]

@@BuffBoi80085 😆

[@iLikeCok]

@@mahendrakhati4732 💀

[@user-jk1jv5vu8x]

@@mahendrakhati4732 duhh 🤷

[@ahmedseelawi2948]

Dustin is the best character, without him the show would be so dull ... i love him

[@chatendrasingh6484]

Ahmed Seelawi beat?

[@chiellazona5624]

Agreed, he's a big part of it.

[@adorableliv]

he’s my soulmate 😍

[@Justheregrooving]

@@adorableliv …..

[@amandawilliams2997]

I agree

[@erind1342]

Ok but when Dustin says “She wont be able to resist these pearly whites, rrrrrr”

[@elinamartinez7217]

Hahahha🤣😂

[@VinyleYourMatcha]

this part always get me 😂

[@ct__-ls3df]

eh,dont do that

[@cerealfibre6938]

It's my favourite scene. I hope he paid for that.😂😂😂😂😊😊😊😊

[@cerealfibre6938]

It's my favourite scene. I hope he paid for that.😂😂😂😂😊😊😊😊

[@danatorres1035]

I hope no one has forgotten he is also a gifted singer.

[@sophmcamp]

dana torres and dancer

[@whoopigoldburger5436]

He was on Broadway...don’t y’all forget it

[@cringyemailnamegivedie7592]

dana torres I definitely havent!!!

[@mashamendez2012]

I forgot.

[@theon3pieceisreal]

dana torres FRFR

[@ohhShinxx]

It’s like he was made to play Dustin Henderson. I’m glad they gave him a chance and rewrite the character for him. He’s my favorite character and I don’t think I can see anyone else play Dustin.

[@karigrindstaff9614]

Baner no actually it is Henderson

[@My_NameJeff]

The Duffer Brother wrote the character after they found him, so yeah he was made to play Dustin

[@evancain4906]

Baner You’re an idiot

[@violetholbrook6827]

ii_Axeron -IA lmao that was not necessary. the person made a miStake, like just be chill and other people already corrected them so you didn't even need to reply

[@amelancholybrown2686]

@@lettuceman1999 now I can see what 8 yr old found his vocabulary

[@danny_boy9062]

I bet there was alot of us who have neverheard of cleidocranial dysplasia until stranger things.

[@peepeepoopoo-dn4xo]

Yeah never seen or heard of it. It's so nice he's bringing awareness 💓

[@jonw9791]

Cleidocranial dysplasia charities: *Stonks*

[@DaOfficialMark]

The actor who plays Kevin from The Office also has it

[@theoneandonlyturtle6942]

not really

[@MyKeal]

danny_ boy Ive heard of ectodermal dusplasia before (I think thats how its spelled) but not this one

[@jakariaplayz6397]

The only thing I have to say is “purrrrrrr”

[@bianqanita]

why not grrr

[@kalioz8702]

Bianqanita 28 u don’t get the reference

[@goldtowers]

No, don't do that

[@azrababahan9383]

Ajajqksjqjjqqjqj wtf yes its so adorable 😄😃😂

[@voldemort73]

@@bianqanita isnt it just rrrr

[@cherreish]

_”She says its better kissing without teeth.”_ -Dustin Henderson

[@arda0618]

RRRRRRRRRRRRR

[@hannahburke7328]

Cause you won't be able to hit any teeth! 😄

[@aestheticlyrics6059]

No suzie said that😂😂

[@chrisadams1379]

Lol

[@skritzzyt6633]

Look at my pearls RRRRRRR

[@Eagles.Will.Win.Super.Bowl.59]

He plays his character so well. I wish the story was already written so they could complete all filming now. He's going to be a grown up by the time the series is over. Just look at how he aged in one year.

[@xoafallen6239]

I think thats how the shows meant to be they're supposed to grow up in the show as they do irl.

[@xoafallen6239]

If you look at the dialogue from s1 to s2 the kid characters have devloped and the dialogue is more mature then s1, they're supposed to grow in the show think of it as character devlopment.

[@pearlivory9658]

@@xoafallen6239 Yeah just like in Harry potter! ^_^

[@paizleestevens4011]

i don’t think he’s a character. i think he IS his character. it seems like he don’t even have to act.😂

[@selene4563]

Every good show takes time to write out and film

[@nutsay1603]

Those aren’t dislikes they’re just likes from the upside down

[@HYBRIDM5]

Nutsay Australia

[@lindaraegarabrandt5701]

Best comment!!!!!!

[@uniquesanders9781]

Yup

[@cryingmeme4523]

You literally just stole that comment

[@James-cu9ul]

Truqat ikr? I heard it like a thousand times! 😂

[@elena_does_stuff]

I bet the people that bullied him feel ashamed bro he’s an amazing person he’s a sweet person and a talented person!

[@Fr6]

...person person

[@dariusus9870]

He is a person that's for sure

[@iamme01]

Person x10

[@jenlynn818]

Let me tell you something...Stranger Things would NOT be the same without Gaten!!

[@trulydamian6505]

jenlynn818 correct

[@michaelfedorsha8147]

No doubt. Lil Dusty Bun!

[@backwoodsbully9841]

My favorite character in the show.

[@bleyddypolanco6337]

thats a fact

[@abbie2540]

jenlynn818 or joe!

[@heather9800]

I was born with it and hadn't heard of anyone else with it til he talked about having it himself. Dont know why but its comforting to know.

[@re3zy321]

CoryxKenshin has it too. (If you know who he is)

[@quac.18]

FighterZ 123 Really?! I never knew that...

[@re3zy321]

SimplyMe yeah he made a video about it Idk the title but maybe if you look up his name and the condition there should be a video where he talks about it he also mentions this his diss track (where he is about to apologize for being gone)

[@elizabethguzman5454]

I have it too, it was nice knowing he has it and talks about it

[@DojyaanValentine]

So your 1of the ppl that has it like him i thikn that it's cool to be different beacuse i know that its rare

[@panjamysy]

He is very mature for his age, very poised and proper during most interviews and he has a broad vocabulary and a winning personality.

[@MelodiesForTheSoul]

He's making a show about pranking unemployed people looking for work. Fuck this kid

[@elijahlawrence8010]

@@MelodiesForTheSoul to be fair there are a lot of people creating the show, it's honestly on his agents for thinking it was a good move

[@zyhru]

you niggas gotta shut yo clown ass up

[@gregjay6244]

Yeah that's why he did a show where he pranks job-seekers, pretty mature in fact.

[@gimmedaloot8168]

Hes a natural born Kevin spacey

[@emilyxoxo7544]

Dustin is one of my favourite characters in Stranger Things. He's hilarious and he's so cute! Just because he has a rare condition it doesn't mean he should be shamed and bullied. He's a human being like the rest of us and he shouldn't be singled out because because of his differences. Love you Dustin! ❤

[@cristinablanco5003]

Tu as raison

[@Lindsey__Washington]

Perfectly said👏🏽👏🏽

[@fhhkaasammaaa]

His real names gaten

[@cristinablanco5003]

@@fhhkaasammaaa ohhh may god is fan

[@JayAllDayLong]

same him and suzie are my favs

[@cumjarbinks]

He's an incredible actor and an even better person. The roles will come flooding in soon I'm sure!

[@shiying6532]

Abbie Grohl hes alrd made it

[@adrianilla3]

E

[@cumjarbinks]

Jim Watley everything ok at home, Jim?

[@cumjarbinks]

Jim Watley To say I'm perpetuating drug abuse is quite the accusation considering all I said is Gaten is a fantastic actor. I spoke out against Millie being sexualised by the older "fans", and I don't believe my comment in any way promoted drug use or the sexualisation of child actors. Quite some mental gymnastics you're doing there to start internet fights, pal

[@cumjarbinks]

Also, hollywood isn't whoring her out as a sex model, stop watching alex jones videos and take off your tinfoil hat.

[@Itsme-qq5dr]

No homo, but he looks extremely adorable when he smiles

[@franciscoquint]

I’m a boy and I think he hella cute when he smiles Yes homo

[@YurialysOrtiz]

Francisco Quintanilla My gay is tingling :)

[@nrf_rellement6537]

Yurialys x_c WTF😂

[@SimpOfTheUncannyBrothers]

He's very cute

[@Itsme-qq5dr]

Sad Jonesy Yo chillax dude i didn‘t say anything offensive???

[@bungybounce]

I honestly think he just killed the part as Dustin. I don’t think anyone else would of done an excellent job as much as he did.

[@rudyleija8678]

JZ Gaming I can

[@roycastanon5754]

JZ Gaming tons of people could have played the character

[@bungybounce]

DayTripper Yes there are others, but there is just something that makes him perfect as Dustin.

[@starbug1898]

JZ Gaming he's pretty much face rejection all throughout his acting career so he fits in with the portrayal of a group of outcasts in stranger things. He fits into the role so nicely it's very believable.

[@karahughes3842]

JZ Gaming I agree, couldn't have put it better

[@Mintytami]

He has the cutest smile. The character Dustin makes me feel good, like a good friend with whom nothing bad happens. ♡

[@ShowbusinessKennel]

Bless his heart! When is bullying going to get out of style?!!

[@kiaraturnervlogs2595]

Leila Huseinagic neva

[@cheesecakelasagna]

When ALL parents and authorities (teachers, etc.) started being good examples.

[@cheesecakelasagna]

Redsneakers welp, strict implementation of (for a lack of better term) family planning is the last straw, I guess?

[@TurUwU]

When shitty parents realise to use condom so they wont get these kids that feel like burden to them. And then they make the kids feel like burden to life so all the shit feelings comes out as bullying.

[@tee981]

CheesecakeLasagna bro teachers are too scared to do anything believe me I know

[@juanis8219]

He’s sooo cute. He was literally the perfect person for Dustin’s character and an excellent actor. I freaking love himmm

[@allyselafountain9496]

Juanita Munevar the role was created just for him😃

[@905-d8g]

One cannot be the best if one is the only

[@khalithemagician]

Juanita Munevar Well Dustin was only made because of Gaten's lisp. So obviously he was born to play Dustin

[@flsun2076]

Juanita Munevar me tooo

[@lukemadman4560]

And if he had been a regular guy from school, u would probably not care if he was bullied

[@bobble7700]

His lisp makes him sound adorable

[@carlovermk2506]

Gemma 78 his voice is too deep

[@heidimorgan4685]

Ikr

[@jayelleanne]

Its solo Adorable

[@patricia9403]

IKRRRRR

[@rebekahzuleika9020]

Gemma Plays ikr

[@Tnt.8294]

Dustin Henderson carried the group on his back every season. Without him there is no stranger things.

[@HospitalForSouls.X]

He's the true "heart"

[@alishamertelus1340]

Yep!

[@bluxeedits3533]

@@HospitalForSouls.X nah he's the brain of the group

[@shreeyanshgoyal285]

It will become more strange if Dustin is not there😢

[@onesweetangel1017]

He’s a great character but I don’t think that there would be no stranger things without him. The show revolves more around Will’s disappearance, the Upside Down, and Eleven’s powers.

[@von111]

Those bullies can kiss my ass. Look at him now, he's a star! God bless him.

[@christophercarlisle7887]

@Angry Anna lol trust me when hes older and has made millions off of Netflix and is rolling in the pussy while those losers will probably be working at Dunkin donuts and struggling to pay rent, they'll care

[@kylemendes7246]

@@christophercarlisle7887 care about what? if there struggling to pay rent last thing is on there mind is caring about someone they bullied while they where kids. sometimes people mature

[@christophercarlisle7887]

@@kylemendes7246 lol trust me they see him rolling through town in a Lamborghini while they're sweating their balls off on a pissy smelling bus, they'll care lol

[@Irraptured]

@@christophercarlisle7887 Why exactly would those bullies be unsuccessful? The guy who bullied me in high school now has his own business.

[@christophercarlisle7887]

@@Irraptured because most bullies are retards who get beat by their dads on a nightly basis, or most likely in the case of your bully, he probably inherited it all from being a trust fund baby

[@Pozorrogo]

He was my favorite in Stranger Things 1 and 2. I hope to see him in a lot more roles after this too!

[@ayebril1948]

Pozorrogo was?

[@jadecosme7360]

Same he was so adorable in the show! Not to mention he's a pretty good actor

[@dessyyybabyyy5048]

Was?????🤭🤔

[@rudyleija8678]

Do You Know Da Wae? I've been seeing you everywhere you're so random like me

[@kimtaetae3299]

Don't forget there making a season 3❤

[@cookiesncream789]

He’s such an inspiration and is so adorable. I love Stranger Things!!!!

[@madi8773]

samee

[@hollymalfeld7332]

cookiesncream789 I

[@Seraphim-j2s]

come see the video I made of mike and eleven ❤

[@kaydenceediting696]

cookiesncream789 yup

[@scarlet-chan5681]

cookiesncream789 I subscribed

[@aaishadhanrajini4338]

I love him... His comic timing... His acting everything... He's so talented!!!

[@cianarobson]

Whenever Gaten smiles in stranger things or in general it just lights up my world. He has such a happy and cute smile.

[@staroceanic]

Ciana R with what teeth tho

[@fekicamekicafekicamekica6813]

cute smile ? why are you lying to yourself ? my god.. some people...

[@BasedBalboni]

You both are absolutely pathetic.

[@Solid_Snake99]

I mean you don’t have to say those things if you don’t really think them, smh

[@humanbean4037]

Ikr it’s so adorable

[@ellalove5666]

“she will not be able to resist these pearls, r r r r r r” we love you gaten!💕😊 🦷

[@fxbiani]

@@Lucas-vg7bf no, pearls. Have you watched the show?

[@Dont_at_me]

PoofBallDaily i don’t think he has

[@alancarter4961]

Lol sounded more like a pirate

[@fxbiani]

@@Lucas-vg7bf lol it's fine, sorry if I sounded mad. I wasn't

[@bananasauce9422]

Ella Love what time?

[@TheDormuns]

“At first if you don’t succeed, try, try again!” This is a true testimony to that quote🙏🏿😁

[@amethyst_witch_blades]

The Dormuns he's such a cute little bean, how can anyone hate him I don't understand.

[@raen5256]

The Dormuns read this is Noctis' voice

[@mspgamerxxxx2045]

The Dormuns WHY THE FUCK DID YOU PUT BLACK PRAYING HANDS

[@ln5378]

The Dormuns oohhh how original 🙄 he’s ugly, fat and dumb.

[@Ems_grace]

If at first you don't succeed then try try again

[@freezingcandle]

“Just look a these pearls!” *PURRRRRRRRRRR*

[@tilemaboiii]

Freezing Candle I've never understand how he can do that

[@freezingcandle]

TILE Ikr lol

[@brissahernandez8241]

Freezing Candle lol i love when he does that

[@namicidea119]

U JUST HAD TO DO IT

[@leotishargrove516]

lol

[@jasonlieberman9840]

tbh all the kids from Stranger Things strike me as mature for their age. Especially Gaten, Finn, and Sadie

[@AbbieInfunderland]

Jason Lieberman and millie shes very mature

[@jasonlieberman9840]

Abbie- Leigh tbh I can't sell any of them short. They're all pretty awesome.

[@ulireinhart1887]

Jason Lieberman and Millie and Noah

[@jasonlieberman9840]

tbh i haven't seen as much of Noah. i guess he gets less interviews cuz of how little screen time he gets as Will. i hope we get to see more development of the character starting with the 3rd series

[@ulireinhart1887]

Jason Lieberman me too thank u someone finally has the same brain as me lol

[@kwepta4728]

Hollywood makes me sick. Not giving this talented kid a chance based on his appearance.

[@Ryan-rz6jd]

Lol appearance is kind of important when it comes to a role

[@dasandrudestorm421]

@@Ryan-rz6jd Then attractive people better know they have a role only because their looks,they better not lose that appearance on their fired.

[@tullreyn]

Dasand Rudestorm tf

[@josephcastillo6742]

Not just Hollywood

[@user-ms1ie3jn1l]

@@Ryan-rz6jd no so much for males because having a peen seems to make other males oh so forgiving of your pimple faces, baldness, potbellies and general hideousness.

[@lyssa_bl0oskye127]

He’s the cutest and sweetest boy. No matter his condition, he’s still so positive and we love that about him ❤️

[@brodystokes1720]

Imagine the people who bullying him liking stranger things and end up liking his charter the most

[@peniswithstretchmarks]

Brody Stokes u mean character?

[@rainypeach7403]

Brody Stokes Lol 😂

[@rajanpachigolla2525]

Grammar though

[@brittaolson6550]

Brody Stokes Right? Sucks to be them.

[@junbh2]

They will probably go tell everyone they were friends with him as kids or something. Some will even talk themselves into believing that they weren't really jerks to him but were 'just playing'. People can be really in denial about their own bullying.

[@coffeeknight6148]

"Henderson..." "Henderson!" "He's back!"

[@Sgaragarru]

You got the job!

[@coffeeknight6148]

I got the job!

[@dill9707]

*trumpet noise*

[@cyprussie7809]

*insert adorable handshake here*

[@hannahpresley1378]

Jewel Flare yassasssss

[@lauracarlson857]

I bet the kids who bullied him are regretting that now. He makes that show! I have never heard of this condition before him, so it's great that they have formed this organization to help others that may not be as fortunate to get the surgeries and resources. I love seeing nice things on the internet! :)

[@bu11ymaguire]

Why would they regret it?

[@Raihana73024]

@Bully Maguire because he’s rich, famous, a sweetheart, he’s probs gunna get more roles and now he’s living his best life! That’s why.

[@bu11ymaguire]

@@Raihana73024 yeah, but bullies don't think like that.. They don't give af. They aren't jealous type. They just have fun hurting others.

[@Raihana73024]

@@bu11ymaguire they bully people because they're miserable with their own lives. you have no idea how many times people become successful and then that person's bullies come crawling back, begging to be their friend

[@bu11ymaguire]

@@Raihana73024 bruh it's not a movie. They bully people because it's fun to them and they aren't able to comprehend what they are doing. They are not miserable. lol. They will not feel regret unless their conscious becomes that high. If the guy they bullied is broke, but their sense of understanding emotions have changed they still might say sorry. And if they are the same dumb douches they wouldn't give af even if the guy becomes a billionaire.

[@tatebuquoi9068]

I love how gaten smiles how his eyes squint. very noice

[@yourdalvindefender7642]

Infinite Rumination that’s kinda fucked up but ok

[@itzznoahxoxo4440]

GamerTastic how

[@charlieopalc]

@@yourdalvindefender7642 how lmao it's a compliment

[@roseturkey]

GamerTastic how…

[@5sauce62]

He looks like a little baby it's so precious

[@Mu5096rdgh]

I admire Gaten, Stranger Things would not be the same without him. ❤️

[@karahughes3842]

I love gaten, and I think he deserves way more recognition for the great actor he is. Makes me sad to hear that people turned him down for roles because of his CCD.

[@monsteraddict6701]

me too

[@TG-ch5ki]

He's a great singer, too!

[@MenacenosaM]

I'll give respect to that 👍

[@nesquick9681]

Techically its not their fault. When people are looking for actors to cast in their movies, They already have an idea in mind of what that person should sound/look like. If a person has a condition such as down syndrome or any facial features or personality that doesnt match what they were looking for, they sorta have every right to turn them down.

[@Catzy96]

despite his CCD, he's absolutely well-spoken and smart, love his acting in Stranger Things...

[@randomations11]

CCD doesn't impact your intelligence

[@Catzy96]

@@randomations11 ​ @TheWeaver yes i know, but my biggest point here is how he's so fluent even with having some damaged teeth, or even losing some, i have normal teeth, but not a perfect one with a good structure, i have trouble with speaking sometimes, i made a lot of "typo" or speech error....

[@mwoodson1026]

I think because of his condition, makes him the most cutest, adorable ever❤❤❤❤

[@ProfessorAres]

This inspired me to brush twice a day..

[@iloveyamaguchi2723]

David it’s.. i-

[@psy8917]

HE SO CUTE UwU

[@gabbays]

Ya he is so cute

[@miagarcia2169]

David umm ur spouses brush three times a day....😔😂😭

[@jaybirdie1428]

wow he's so mature, and I LOVE his character in stranger things

[@cjlawlor95]

most people grow into maturity over great adversity like this, including me. premature birth, chronic illness etc. it sucks but people have to learn to spread positivity as a result.

[@StrictlyMediocre]

Mature eh? Yet he decides to produce a show about pranking people who are desperate for jobs? I don’t think he is.

[@myso.u.l]

Jaybirdie 2 haha

[@whohash8312]

I LOVE his character's un-toothy grin because its realistic. It definitely adds to the immersion. And this kid is a bulldog of tenacity for pushing forward regardless of multiple turn-downs. So glad for his success.

[@pottermvreeditzz348]

Aw, I love how he has successes and beat the people who denied him. He’s a great and pure actot

[@brunohepp5856]

Imagine having really small teeth and not having some bones But you're one of the best characters in a great Netflix series cHA Ch4 ReAL sM00Th

[@artisticbeats1016]

DOGGO GAMER shut the fuck up

[@krazypotatofiend6933]

@@artisticbeats1016 What the fuck did he say that was so bad? You shut the fuck up

[@nightmare_bso]

DoVe Beats no you shut the fuck up you waste of oxygen.

[@RedDeadDepressionist]

Nightmare “you waste of oxygen” Can I use that?

[@krazypotatofiend6933]

@@RedDeadDepressionist that's not even his insult how have you not heard it before

[@rileykumquats8303]

I don’t care that’s he’s short or about his condition with his teeth. He’s adorable no matter what!!

[@rileykumquats8303]

John Smith neither will you, and idc about having sex with anybody

[@littleman4311]

Riley Kumquats so would you date him ?

[@annweiss8675]

Natilia Dyer is his same height

[@C0medySeniorz]

The height thing was a joke btw

[@rileykumquats8303]

Kleiny-ku ok, but I still don’t care about his height

[@mockingjay_stayalive9967]

He's an amazing actor and a such a good role model that's for sure and this world needs more people like him. I hope he stays the same good boy as he is now and doesn't change with fame. We love you Gaten

[@Distantdreams]

Mockingjay_stayalive 99 Preach😊

[@rudyleija8678]

Mockingjay_stayalive 99 do not compare people to others because that hurts😢😢😢because I'm me

[@rudyleija8678]

Phillip Banks me too and you

[@mockingjay_stayalive9967]

Rudy Leija sorry what?

[@iluvgoldens123_8]

Ayyye Mockingjay 😜😮

[@sallyj632]

Dustin is my favorite character. Those who turned him down, in other roles, should be ashamed. Conditions are part of being human. We're not all perfect.

[@confundokatie]

WHEN HE SAID, "Season 3 has been confirmed." I was SHOOK!!

[@00big_chungus00]

Katie Pizzo you were "shaken" or "taken aback"

[@dicksonyurmouf5477]

Katie Pizzo it’s been confirmed for months now 😂

[@real1heliophobia]

Rusty Shackleford yeah it's the joke.

[@kissmyassbitch5828]

im still waiting im from phil.

[@jen_217_]

Joe Keery Lover I can’t wait!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@wqrnn4503]

He has the most wholesome smile out there, I love it. :)

[@rylie4056]

Him and Alexi have the most wholesome smiles in my opinion💛

[@sawyer6264]

Gaten is my favorite out of all the Stranger Things kids

[@mikaranta9325]

I work at healthcare yet never had I heard of CCD before. "Dustin" is doing very important thing raising awarness. Big respect. Also my fav character.

[@fruitgum9619]

I hadn't heard about it until stranger things initially became popular. I'm glad he got the role, and just getting that role alone has taught many people about it 💕

[@phoebeandme4935]

Great actor. Glad he wasn’t discouraged by all the times he was turned down for roles. He has a unique look and does such a great job in Stranger Things. I’m sure he’s helped so many others to come to terms with the condition he has with his positive attitude!

[@superchickey4907]

Unique people get unique roles. They are the most memorable❣️

[@kingblue3171]

Gaten is such a cool kid. Good on him for using his platform to help others.

[@shadow_hej]

That *S M I L E* tho

[@givqne]

XD

[@jackieuwu6134]

its so cute lol

[@littletan2067]

I got u to 1k be happy

[@endtrapta3393]

He’s so freakin precious when he *S* 💕 *M* 💘 *I* 💝 *L* 💗 *E* 💖 *S*

[@Disproved]

@@endtrapta3393 you mistyped fucking

[@eerodhhd]

Dustin is the best actor on the show!!! Everyone on the show is amazing and the director picked the best cast ever!!!Because everyone that was pick plays a significant role on the show…It’s to the point that no one could replace any of them!!! Perfectly Done and that’s it!!! That’s why we’re awaiting the next episode!!!🍾🥂✌️

[@robcharm7351]

amazing actor and an amazing person. wish him the best.

[@RodCornholio]

SO cool that they hired an actor who was not perfect looking or sounding and made his CCD part of the character. Way to go Stranger Things casting, director, etc.

[@justanotherweirdo11]

I was really confused because I thought you said "so not cool" lol

[@lilfiggs7881]

I don't think he would play his character as well without a lisp tbh.

[@rainbows5232]

Well the character was rewritten in inperation of him,becuase of his teeth and way of speaking, so no shit

[@emmaphan1517]

Rainbows don’t need to be so mean about it god

[@hippiecheezburger5457]

His face and lisp are iconic

[@emmaphan1517]

hippiecheezburger ik.. “rainbows” just acted like the girl who was talking was stupid

[@ShootaGav58]

@@emmaphan1517 how is that mean💀

[@Khizr7]

It actually just suits him and his personality imo

[@ajwinberg]

I love this kid. I'm glad that the Casting Director of Stranger Things took a chance on him. He is a great Actor and I hope he gets more roles in other shows in the future.

[@emmaem5684]

I'm sure he's been through so much, lots of pain etc with his condition, I'm happy he was given a chance in stranger things cause he is brilliant & actually my favourite..What a decent young man 🙌

[@thecapone45]

Look I’m a 24 year old and I don’t care to say that this guy was so great to see and I loved his smile! It was a cute smile and I couldn’t help but being happy whenever he was happy in the show and smiled! It was like seeing a little brother happy. Great young man!

[@jlnasseri4390]

From the first season of Stranger Things Gaten became a fan favorite. He is adorable, great sense of humor and a very good actor. Hope that after Stranger Things ends we will see him in many more shows and movies!

[@prairiehorse6168]

So cute and talented.

[@janinei.2645]

Ya❤️✨

[@perez8502]

1.9k likes and 1 comment.....

[@ln5378]

Priya K no he’s so ugly and untalented

[@unicyr5404]

Paula Deen agree

[@cherishotalt]

Unicron /Cyrillical Stfu

[@lordvader282]

He's also a gifted actor who has great chemistry with the other actors. The casting nailed it with everyone.

[@rainbowrabbitmelody981]

Gaten was bullied. Now he's making millions of dollars a week. It's just life, kids. Just life.

[@human_3978]

Millions (plural) a week? Idk about that...

[@Mykidsaresmarterthanyours]

Let's go with thousands... Still a shit ton... But not millions lol

[@bluesfan6862]

Money doesn’t solve problems, or make you happy.

[@danielmaksimovic1539]

I love his character and he seems like a genuine great guy. Wish him a lot of luck in his career.

[@cindyg183]

He is adorable, his role in stranger things is what made me like the series, wish him nothing but success and happiness in his life

[@cindyg183]

@Chief Tahchawwickah lmaooo tf you're talking about? I'd date him if I was his age you fucking opinionated idiot

[@gusxi3931]

@@cindyg183 no, I'm pretty sure that you don't...

[@nonetheyoshi9093]

That lady was right. Gaten is one in a million ❤

[@avacupo4784]

Gaten is so sweet and I literally look up to him! Yes he has a condition and he was bullied but he fought through it and made it to the top

[@outdoorsyqueen816]

Ava Cupo, yeah he’s AWESOME

[@roopanjalipatil7525]

GATEN IS MY FAVE STRANGER THING CHARACTER WHY DOES HE NOT GET ROLES HIS DISEAESE IS A GIFT

[@seokjinslaugh1879]

How can you not adore this young man? Wise beyond his years

[@chrislangford2764]

“She likes kissing without teeth anyway” PURRRR! We love you Gaten! You’re amazing just the way you are ❤️

[@janine9790]

wait when was this said

[@idkwhatiamdoing7403]

Janine Samji season 3

[@MiremItziar]

@@janine9790 Stranger Things: Episode 1 Season 3 :)

[@Mr.Caligos]

@Carlos Hernandez he has more teeth than anyone, did you watch the video?

[@ambercason5100]

If he would've gotten "other" roles he may have never auditioned for stranger things. And that show would suck without him!

[@kellywils9646]

Amber Cason Exactly!!

[@chrisa6980]

it already does

[@pocoyo8298]

Costel Coaie shush 😐

[@qlvinc]

Amber Cason don't worry in other parallel universes he got roles in other shows or movies

[@beneadie7147]

Wow. Chrisss lol ok bud

[@moafoodie2102]

Gaten is so mature and you know instantly after he talks. I’m so grateful that he is gaining recognition.

[@darkbot2187]

Bullies before stranger things: let's bully him. Bullies after stranger things: you know I was messing with you, right? I'd never let you down buddy.

[@blueh9]

So true

[@charcboiylabagir7194]

right, I get his bullies are trying to be nice to him now, like fuck off

[@mingmangmung3051]

To be fair his lisp makes him look so innocent and adorable.

[@persephone2706]

That's patronizing...

[@MikaelFresco]

why are you patronizing?

[@ThommyMckGoaty]

Mastr Ji lisp is a part of speech, you can’t see it you hear it🥴

[@edisakuroki5414]

Th

[@sarah-dq5rl]

-the hair -the lisp -the face *HES SO ADORABLE OMG* 😍

[@MizBoriMoon]

He is an amazingly wonderful actor. His whole personality is what makes him awesome on “Stranger Things” He is the reason I watch it. Casting directors should be ashamed of themselves not to hire Gaten.

[@unicornslime9683]

I love his smile (no matter what) he is just alway so happy no matter what’s going on!

[@KishorTwist]

It's a good attitude.

[@outdoorsyqueen816]

Unicorn Slime, man, that boy can SING

[@JoellaAndAddie]

The bullies are probably watching stranger things right now and saying “damn” Thanks for all the likes

[@liomst4591]

Probably saying Dustin sucks, cuz you know.. Salt..

[@justinoxy]

they can be proud he is just there because of them

[@sacramentocheesehog9195]

Not really I’m a bully and he still a little bitch tho

[@Reub3]

from the bullies I knew back in school. most turn out to be losers in life and they never learned valuable life lessons.

[@Betweentheatoms]

they probably watch and say. He still looks like an idiot

[@nikkiej.5875]

I love Gaten Matarazzo. I can't believe people bully him just because of his condition. He's actually one of my favorite characters in Stranger Things. His character is just adorable.

[@nostalgicbliss5547]

You can't believe they bully a kid who sounds or looks different than the rest? What universe are you living in

[@nikkiej.5875]

@@nostalgicbliss5547 I didn't mean it like that. Jeez.

[@nostalgicbliss5547]

@@nikkiej.5875 I'm just messing with ya

[@nikkiej.5875]

@@nostalgicbliss5547 Oh okay. Not a problem.

[@peterbelanger4094]

Yeah, now he produces and stars in a prank show where he tricks job seekers into thinking they have a job, but not really. search:"Prank encounters".... Now he's a spoiled rich kid P.O.S prankster. he deserves bullying.

[@lg6134]

Dustin is my favorite character on Stranger Things. He makes the show! I’m grateful he’s open and willing to share more about his condition to educate others.

[@kgg8454]

used to be bullied....now making millions....lol...funny how that shit works...

[@glitter4ever10]

k gg as Jonathon in stranger things says, nobody normal ever accomplished anything meaningful In this world🌍

[@tawgenal]

Making millions of what? Money?

[@zJahsxh]

He isnt making anything lmfao

[@kgg8454]

Yusef Ali no,you're not making anything

[@alexanderray2001]

He’s not making millions of dollars

[@MacaSkys]

I'm so thankful for Dustin character. It will help a lot of kids with CCD.

[@copiouscareerist]

He's wonderful. I will say that the story of not getting roles and going on auditions 3 x's a week and getting a "no" is the story for just about every actor out there. He's good, he's unique, he got the roles he DID, because of this. That's just how the business works. Be authentic, be unique and you've got a better shot than most. xo

[@gothicmaniac8544]

Gaten is an inspiration .

[@LILSEMEN-rx3mh]

Gothic Maniac rip lil peep bitch

[@amisha217]

Sooooooooooooooooo proud! ❤❤❤He is so adorable!❤❤❤

[@kiarar6855]

I'm only going too say this once and only once.... stranger things would not be the same without Gatens high pitched screaming Edit: thank you for all of the likes😊

[@idkidc7846]

Omg yesss

[@ginar.4881]

And the -Oh my God. Oh my God.Oh my God. Oh my God.Oh my God. Oh my God's. I love him!

[@retrozcz7059]

kawaii panda squad LMAO true

[@sobbinginthemorning2946]

*MIKE I FOUND THE CHOCOLATE PUDdInG*

[@ryxnk8815]

“Sh*t, sh*t, sh*t sh*t, sh*t. SH*T”