Stars of the global Netflix phenomenon, Stranger Things, have revealed they endured what they describe as 'disgusting' living conditions whilst filming the show's highly anticipated final season.
A Shared Home Descends into Chaos
Gaten Matarazzo, who plays Dustin Henderson, openly discussed the state of the flat he shared with co-star Finn Wolfhard (Mike Wheeler) during an appearance on the podcast 'Dinner's on Me With Jesse Tyler Ferguson'. The actor candidly admitted that they allowed mess to accumulate to an extreme level, comparing the entire experience to that of a chaotic university student.
Having worked together since the first season of the hit show, the pair found their living habits perfectly, and disastrously, aligned. Matarazzo explained that they 'kind of matched each other’s energy' when it came to a complete lack of tidiness.
The Reality of the 'Disgusting' Flat
The situation within their shared home became so severe that it actively prevented them from inviting other cast members over. The environment was reportedly cluttered with scattered clothes, towering piles of undone laundry, and a sink perpetually full of unwashed dishes.
This candid revelation offers a surprising and relatable glimpse behind the glamorous facade of television production, highlighting the unconventional and often messy reality of young actors living away from home during long filming schedules.
From Chaos to Cleanliness
Fortunately, the story does not end in perpetual squalor. Matarazzo confirmed that there was a positive resolution to their domestic disarray. He stated that, over time, he and Wolfhard eventually learned to clean up after themselves.
By the end of their cohabitation period, the duo had significantly improved their habits, ensuring their living space was no longer a source of embarrassment. This personal growth marked a maturing chapter for the actors as they filmed the concluding episodes of the series that made them famous.
