Actor Joe Keery, best known for playing Steve Harrington in Stranger Things, shared a story about why he once appeared at a wedding dressed as his iconic character.
“Amy Parris, who does costumes for the show, lent me the costume,” the actor said before explaining why he wore the outfit.
The reason behind this unusual choice was personal. Keery officiated a close friend’s wedding, and the couple asked him to do it in character. Wanting to make the moment memorable, he borrowed the original costume from the show’s wardrobe team.
Keery described the moment as funny and heartwarming, a nod to how much his character means to fans and friends alike. The costume brought a touch of Hawkins, Indiana, magic to the ceremony and left everyone laughing.
“It was just something fun to do for friends — like giving them a piece of the show for their big day,” he added.
Author’s summary: Joe Keery officiated a friend’s wedding dressed as Steve Harrington, turning the moment into a heartfelt inside joke and fan favorite memory.