Entertainment

‘I Was Just in Tears’: Noah Schnapp Tells All on Will’s [SPOILER] in ‘Stranger Things 5’ Episode 7 and Why It’s ‘Perfect’

December 26, 2025

In the penultimate episode of 'Stranger Things 5', Noah Schnapp's character Will Byers takes a significant step by coming out as gay, a moment he describes as freeing and emotional. This scene not only highlights Will's struggles with his identity but also marks a pivotal turn in the narrative, allowing him to reclaim control over his life after facing the antagonist, Vecna.

app as Will Byers in Stranger Things: Season 5. Cr. COURTESY OF NETFLIX © 2025

Credit: STRANGER THINGS: SEASON 5. Noah Schn

Key Highlights

Will Byers comes out as gay in Episode 7 of 'Stranger Things 5'.
Noah Schnapp describes the moment as emotional and freeing.
The scene occurs after Will escapes a mind invasion by Vecna.
Will's coming out allows him to take control of his destiny.
The series has explored Will's character since its debut in 2016.

News Netflix Stranger Things Noah Schnapp Stranger Things 5 Matt Duffer Ross Duffer Shawn Levy

Sources

This quick summary is automatically generated using AI based on reports from multiple news sources. The content has not been reviewed or verified by humans. For complete details, accuracy, and context, please refer to the original published articles.

‘I Was Just in Tears’: Noah Schnapp Tells All on Will’s [SPOILER] in ‘Stranger Things 5’ Episode 7 and Why It’s ‘Perfect’

Key Highlights

Sources

Related Stories

Renee Good's former father-in-law says she was a 'great person' and he prays for his grandson

Tony Dokoupil’s First Week As ‘CBS Evening News’ Anchor Down Year Over Year; ‘World News Tonight’ Tops Viewers, ‘Nightly News’ Wins 25-54 Demo

Trump Interview Eats Up Nearly Half of ‘CBS Evening News’ Broadcast With Tony Dokoupil