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Why I'm Obsessed With Dustin From "Stranger Things"

In a world that's fangirling over Barb, there are some that hold a deeper love for Dustin.

Julie Hild
Jan 12, 2017
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Why I'm Obsessed With Dustin From "Stranger Things"
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I know that the hype for Netflix’s hit “Stranger Things” has seemed to have died down a bit (unless you’re on Tumblr, that is...hype never dies). With, though, I’m dying to see what the subsequent season will hold.

One of the most interesting things about the fan following of the show is the fanbase’s infatuation with Barbara “Barb” Holland, the sassy best friend of Nancy Wheeler.

Personally, I don’t get it. Sure, she has some great lines, but she’s only in a fraction of the episodes. Even then, some of the ones she stars in feature her...well….dead. Sorry guys, but according to Millie Bobby Brown (also known as Eleven) said that Barb is gone for good.

My favorite character is adorable, hilarious, and most importantly, still alive.

Like many across the globe, my favorite character is Dustin Henderson, one of Will Byers’ lovable best friends. In my opinion, that little cutie is the real star of the show.

To honor Dustin and the actor that plays him, 14-year-old Gaten Matarazzo, here’s a list of Dustin’s finest moments. Fair warning: these are not in chronological order.

1. THE CURIOSITY DOOR

The name of this one is in caps because of how amazing it is. I’ll be honest, this line made me cry of laughter the first time I heard it. It’s childlike creativity at its finest. Never shut the curiosity door, people.


2. Finding the chocolate pudding

I think the reason why this moment made me laugh so much is because I too would be looking for chocolate pudding in a time of crisis.


3. The distraction

This is one of the moments that really embodies the phrase "coming in clutch." Need to distract your best friend's parents? Bang your fists on the table. Obviously.


4. Dustin intimidating the bullies

This one-liner (which will now and forever be used to call out that one friend...you know which one) proves Dustin's loyalty to his friends despite their, uh, flaws? Is it bad that she's crazy?

5. Calling out terrible snacks

My favorite thing about Dustin is his uncanny ability to call it like it is. His realness and honesty know no bounds, which serves as both a point of entertainment but also a grain of reality. But seriously, nothing ruins a funeral more than awful snacks.

Keep being awesome, Dustin! I can't wait to see what lies in store for you next season!

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