If there was ever a child actor to steal our hearts in a big big way, it would have to be Gaten Matarazzo (aka Dustin) from Stranger Things. He already proved what a fantastic human being in was in Stranger Things, and then he’s gone on to be even more fantastic off-screen, on Instagram, on Twitter, in interviews - basically in life in general. If you have a ton of questions about this guy, here’s your much needed explainer so you can catch up before season two.
Who is Gaten Matarazzo?
Gaten is an American actor, he was born and raised in Little Egg Harbour Township, New Jersey. Doesn’t that sound like the quaintest place ever?
How old is Gaten Matarazzo?
He was born on September 8th, 2002 so that would make him 14-years-old. Oh so young.
What is Gaten Matarazzo best known for?
Duh, as if you had to ask – obviously playing Dustin in Stranger Things. He started off his career on the Broadway, playing Benji in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and also played Gavroche in Les Miserables.
So can he sing?
YEH HE CAN. Watch this video and tell me that doesn’t warm your heart.
What is Cleidocranial dysplasia, the condition that affects Gaten’s teeth?
Cleidocranial dyplasia is a rare condition that affects how bones and teeth are developed. This can also include delayed development of adult teeth, in Gaten’s case. Gaten recently opened up to People magazine and told them: ‘There’s a one in a million chance that you have of getting it – most likely you get it from a parent, but it just happened for me. I have a very milk case so it doesn’t affect me as much, but it can be a very difficult condition to have.’
Are Gaten Matarazzo and Heather Matarazzo related?
Remember the Princess Diaries? Sure you do. Remember Lily, Princess Mia’s best friend? Well her and Gaten share the same last night - but they aren’t related. Sorry. But as if this isn’t weird enough already, Gaten’s mum is actually called Heather too. Spooky.
Does Gaten Matarazzo have Instagram?
Of course he does, and he posts pictures of him and his fans. Adorable. you can follow him here, and you can follow his Twitter here.
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This article originally appeared on The Debrief.