Noah Schnapp: 20 facts about the Stranger Things actor you need to know
Everything you’ve wanted to know about Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp including his age, net worth and social media handles.
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1. Who is Noah Schnapp? Get to know the actor here...
Noah Schnapp burst into the mainstream back in 2016, as the adorable yet unlucky Will Byers in Stranger Things. Since then, he’s gone on to carve out a successful YouTube and TikTok career, as well as bag some other huge roles. Here’s everything you need to know about the young star… [PA Images]
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2. Noah Schnapp rose to fame on Netflix original series Stranger Things
Most people were first introduced to Noah in Stranger Things. Noah, who was 12 years old when he was cast in the show, plays Will Byers, who is abducted by a monster into an alternative dimension known as The Upside Down. As his friends and family try to find him, secret government agencies and cover ups are revealed. He’s appeared in a total of 33 episodes of the show and will be back in season 4. [Getty]
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3. How old is Noah Schnapp?
Noah Schnapp was born on 3rd October 2004, making him 16 years old. [Getty]
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4. What is Noah Schnapp's zodiac sign?
Noah’s birthday is in early October which makes him Libra. [PA Images]
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5. How tall is Noah Schnapp?
According to his IMDb page, Noah is 5ft 9 inches tall (1.75 m). Considering he is still only 16, he will likely get even taller. Expect to see Will Byers looking WAY taller in Stranger Things 4. [Getty]
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6. Does Noah Schnapp have Instagram, Snapchat and Twitter?
You bet he is! His twitter handle is @noah_schnapp, his Insta is noahschnapp, and his Snap is theschnappchat. [Getty]
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7. What is Noah Schnapp's net worth?
Net worth is very hard to figure out and most figures on the internet seem to be made out of thin air. At the moment, the latest figures circulating for Noah are between $3 million. According to Hollywood Reporter, Noah earns $250,000 per episode of Stranger Things. [Getty]
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8. Does Noah Schnapp have a twin?
Noah is a twin! He has a twin sister called Chloe. You can follow her on Instagram @chloeschnapp. [@noahschnapp via Instagram]
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9. How old was Noah Schnapp in season one?
Noah Schnapp was 12 years old when he appeared in the first season of Stranger Things, the same age as his character Will Byers. At the time, the was the youngest main cast member. Millie Bobby Brown is six months older than him. [Getty]
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10. Noah originally auditioned to play Mike Wheeler on Stranger Things
In a Q&A session on Twitter back in 2016, Noah revealed that he didn't audition for the part of Will. "I actually auditioned for Mike first which [Finn] was so perfect for. Then they called me back for Will". We can't really imagine Noah or Finn playing different parts, so we think they made the right decision! [Getty]
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11. Noah Schnapp is in Panic! at the Disco's ‘LA Devotee’ music video
Noah Schnapp features in the music video for 'LA Devotee' by Panic at the Disco. Not only that but he was also invite to perform the song with Brendon Urie onstage at New York's legendary Madison Square Garden. [Getty]
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12. Noah Schnapp launched a YouTube channel in 2019
Noah Schnapp launched his YouTube channel in 2019 with a collab with The Dolan Twins doing the blender challenge. He has also collaborated with a number of other people, including Lilly Singh where they transformed themselves into Barb. Iconic. Millie Bobby Brown has also appeared on his channel. [YouTube]
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13. What movies has Noah Schnapp been in?
Prior to Stranger Things, Noah was in the animated movie Snoopy and Charlie Brown: A Peanuts Movie, and he also had a small role in Stephen Spielberg film Bridge of Spies. In 2019, he starred in Waiting For Anya. He also played the role of Tommy in Adam Sandler's Hubie Halloween. Stranger Things remains his biggest role to date. [Getty]
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14. Who does Noah Schnapp play in Bridge of Spies?
Noah Schnapp plays the role of Roger Donovan in Bridge of Spies. Roger is the son of Tom Hank’s James B. Donovan. Noah was 11 years old when he appeared in the film. It was also his first on-screen role. [20th Century Fox]
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15. Noah Schnapp is best friends with co-star Millie Bobby Brown
Noah and Millie have been close friends ever since they began filming Stranger Things, with the pair often posting photos and videos of each other on Instagram. In one Instagram post Millie called Noah, “the greatest friend a girl could ask for!” Awwww! [Getty]
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16. Noah Schnapp is a big fan of Roblox
In an interview with Wired, Noah spoke about his love for the game Roblox and said he regularly plays it with Millie Bobby Brown's sister. Despite warnings from Millie about sharing his Roblox username, Noah revealed it was "noahcoolawesome". Whether he will continue to use that username now is a different question. [Getty]
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17. Noah Schnapp now has TikTok and has collaborated with Charli D'Amelio and Addison Rae
Noah started his TikTok account 2019 and has rapidly grown his following on the platform to over 13.6 million followers (October 2020 figures). So far he's collaborated with some pretty big names including Charli D'Amelio (the most followed person on the app) and Addison Rae. As of October 2020, all the videos on Noah's account have been deleted. [via TikTok]
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18. Noah Schnapp's movie and TV show appearances in 2020
Noah had three projects scheduled for release in 2020, one of which might now be delayed due to the coronavirus lockdown. Noah had already filmed the Adam Sandler-penned film Hubie Halloween. Noah was filming Stranger Things 4 before production was shut down due to coronavirus. The fourth season isn't expected until 2021 now. Noah also appeared in WWII drama Waiting for Anya. [Getty]
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19. Does Noah Schnapp like Zendaya? He's a huge fan of the actress
Noah Schnapp is a HUGE fan of Zendaya, and has expressed his love and admiration for her on numerous occasions. Noah finally got to meet Zendaya at the 2019 People’s Choice awards and gushed about it to Jimmy Fallon: “It was amazing. I just remember seeing her out of the corner of my eye and walking up to her. I was really, really nervous. And I was like, 'Oh my god, it's actually her. This is the first time I'm meeting her.’” [Emma McIntyre/E! Entertainment/NBCU Photo Bank]
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20. Noah Schnapp designed a merch line with Shine A Light On
In 2020, Noah designed a line of limited edition merch in collaboration with Shine A Light On. He is donating 100% of his proceeds to Feeding America, to help help children and families in the US affected by COVID-19. The merch collection consists of sweaters, t-shirts and tie-dye tracksuits. Prices range from $35.99 to $59.99. [@noahschnapp via Instagram]
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21. Noah Schnapp plays Tommy in Hubie Halloween
Noah Schnapp plays the role of Tommy in Hubie Halloween, opposite Adam Sandler, Julie Bowen and Paris Berelc. Tommy is Violet’s (Bowen) foster son. Sandler’s real life daughters play his two foster sisters. [@noahschnapp via Instagram]