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    Charlie Heaton: 12 facts about the Stranger Things actor you need to know

    Actor Charlie Heaton is best known for playing Jonathan Byers in Netflix's Stranger Things. But what else do we know about him? Let's take a look...

    1. Charlie Heaton eating an ice cream

      1. Everything you need to know about Charlie Heaton

      Actor Charlie Heaton is best known for playing Jonathan Byers in Netflix's Stranger Things. But what else do we know about him? Let's take a look...

    2. Charlie Heaton in a suit

      2. How old is Charlie Heaton?

      Stranger Things actor Charlie Heaton was born on 6 February 1994, making him 25-years-old at the time of writing this article.

    3. Charlie Heaton on the red carpet

      3. How tall is Charlie Heaton?

      It’s said that Charlie Heaton is 1.73m tall - which equates to 5 feet, 6 inches.

    4. Charlie Heaton and Natalia Dyer dating relationship

      4. Is Charlie Heaton dating co-star Natalia Dyer?

      Jonathan Byers and Nancy Wheeler may date in the hit Netflix show, but actors Charlie Heaton and Natalia Dyer are also boyfriend and girlfriend IRL. They first sparked rumours in September 2016, before making their red carpet debut as a couple at the London Fashion Awards in December that year. Cute!

    5. Charlie Heaton in a suit on the red carpet

      5. When did Charlie Heaton date Akiko Matsuura?

      While Charlie is dating Natalia Dyer now, he used to be with drummer and singer, Akiko Matsuura. She plays in bands Pre and Comanechi, and used to drum for The Big Pink.

    6. Charlie Heaton in a floral shirt

      6. Does Charlie Heaton have a son?

      Heaton has a five-year-old son named Archie with his ex-girlfriend and fellow musician, Akiko Matsuura. Archie was born in 2014.

    7. Charlie Heaton on the red carpet with Natalia Dyer

      7. Where is Charlie Heaton from?

      Unlike his Stranger Things co-stars, Charlie Heaton isn’t American, but in fact British. He was born in Bridlington, East Yorkshire, but moved to London when he was aged 16.

    8. Charlie Heaton as Jonathan Byers in Stranger Thing

      8. Who does Charlie Heaton play in Stranger Things?

      British actor Charlie Heaton plays awkward teenager Jonathan Byers in Netflix’s Stranger Things. Jonathan is the older brother of Will, who went missing in season 1, and the son of Joyce Byers.

    9. Natalia Dyer and Charlie Heaton

      9. What are Charlie Heaton’s biggest TV shows and movies?

      Obviously Stranger Things is Charlie’s biggest role, but you may also recognise from crime drama Vera, Casualty, or 2016 movie Shut In.

    10. Charlie Heaton at a Dior event

      10. What instrument does Charlie Heaton play?

      Charlie isn’t just a talented actor, he’s also a musician. The Jonathan Byers star used to play the drums in various British bands when he was younger.

    11. Charlie Heaton and lookalike Harry Styles

      11. Is Charlie Heaton related to Harry Styles?

      Sadly not. Though a lot of 1D and Stranger Things fans have noticed similarities between the two Brits.

    12. Charlie Heaton laughing

      12. How much is Charlie Heaton paid per episode of Stranger Things?

      Just as girlfriend Natalia and BFF Joe Keery, Charlie reportedly gets paid $150,000 per episode of Stranger Things. Not too shabby!

    13. Charlie Heaton playing the drums

      13. What is the name of Charlie Heaton’s band?

      Before starring in Stranger Things, Charlie Heaton played drums in a band called Comanechi, along with his ex, Akiko Matsuura. Joining the band as a teenager, Heaton then went on to tour the UK with the group. He then went on to play with The Quietus.

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