Joe Keery, widely recognized for his role in Netflix’s hit series Stranger Things, has addressed the persistent online inaccuracies concerning his background, particularly the Joe Keery birthday misinformation that has circulated since his initial public breakout. During a candid conversation with ELLE, the actor opened up about several frequently shared details on the internet that do not match reality, highlighting a mix-up that has affected even those closest to him.
Misleading Online Profiles and Birthday Confusion
During his interview, Keery discussed how misinformation about his birthplace and birthday has persisted for years, starting when he first appeared on Stranger Things. He noted that his Wikipedia once incorrectly stated he was from Costa Rica, contributing to widespread confusion about his origins.
“When I first was on ‘Stranger Things,’ it said on my Wikipedia that I was from Costa Rica. So that’s not right.”
– Joe Keery, Actor
The actor went on to mention that his birthday, as listed on various online sources, is also inaccurate. Keery expressed a somewhat amused attitude towards these errors, referencing a personal reason to appreciate the confusion.
“I’m like, ‘This is good. Maybe someone can’t steal my identity or my passwords,’ because all my passwords are just my birthday.”
– Joe Keery, Actor
The internet mix-up has led to some awkward encounters, as the inaccurate birthday has even misled friends and family members. Keery shared stories of people wishing him happy birthday on the wrong date, showing just how far-reaching the misinformation has become.
“We’re so far down the rabbit hole now that even people close to me are like, ‘Hey bud, happy birthday,’”
– Joe Keery, Actor
“I’m like, ‘You don’t know me, motherf—ker.’”
– Joe Keery, Actor
When questioned by an off-camera ELLE interviewer about his astrological sign, Keery confirmed he is a Taurus but expressed playful regret for disclosing even that detail.
“I shouldn’t have told you that.”
– Joe Keery, Actor
Reflecting on the Stranger Things Experience and Its End
The conversation eventually shifted from Joe Keery birthday misinformation to his experiences on the set of Stranger Things, as filming for the series recently concluded. Keery shared what he misses most about working on the show.
“Just, like, the people. Spending time with everybody,”
– Joe Keery, Actor
He emphasized that the camaraderie among the cast and crew set a standard for his time on the show. In contrast, Keery pointed out certain aspects of the role he does not miss, referencing the challenge of costume-related discomfort on set.
“I felt like I was always shirtless when it was freezing and then in a flak jacket when it was like 100 degrees. So, I feel like that I don’t miss.”
– Joe Keery, Actor
He also appreciated the simple comfort of proper footwear after his time on the show.
“It’s nice to wear shoes all the time. I feel like I was shoeless for a little while,”
– Joe Keery, Actor
Celebrating the End of an Era and Looking Forward
Joe Keery described the wrap party for Stranger Things Season 5 as both a poignant and joyful occasion. The event marked not just the end of filming, but also the relationships built during years of working together.
“Actually, I had a fantastic time at the wrap party. It was at this massive warehouse sort of spot, which I was kind of like, ‘Is this going to be a little weird?’ But I was just yakking it up with everybody,”
– Joe Keery, Actor
“You work closely with everybody, cast and crew, and you get to meet people’s partners and, you know, I was just talking to everybody, having so much fun.”
– Joe Keery, Actor
Reflecting on his time as Steve Harrington, Keery expressed a lasting fondness for the character, signaling how integral the experience has been to his career. While he bids farewell to filming the show, he carries the memories and connections forward, even as the internet continues to get details about him wrong.
