Noah Schnapp, known for his role in Stranger Things, has publicly revealed his relationship with a new boyfriend after one month of dating.

Relationship Confirmed on Social Media

On Wednesday, April 1st, Schnapp, 21, took to Instagram to celebrate the milestone with a photo of himself and his partner. He captioned the post, “One month of us.” This marks a shift for the actor, who previously kept his personal life largely private.

Coming Out and the Impact of 'Will Byers'

Schnapp publicly came out as gay in January 2023, following the confirmation that his Stranger Things character, Will Byers, was also gay in season 4 of the popular Netflix series. He shared his experience on TikTok, lip-syncing to a sound that conveyed the ease with which his friends and family accepted him.

Finding Acceptance Through His Role

In an August 2023 interview with Variety, Schnapp explained the profound impact playing Will Byers had on his own self-acceptance. “Once I did fully embrace that Will was gay, it was just an exponential speed toward accepting it for myself,” he stated. He added that he “probably would still be closeted” if he hadn’t played the role.

Schnapp also highlighted the positive response to Will’s storyline, noting the overwhelming support he saw online. “There was not one bad thing about him being gay,” he recalled, which helped alleviate his own anxieties. He expressed excitement about fully embracing his identity and investing it in his character.

Support from Co-Star Millie Bobby Brown

Millie Bobby Brown, Schnapp’s co-star and friend, also praised the show’s handling of Will’s story. In a joint interview with Variety, she emphasized the importance of not feeling pressured to label oneself, stating, “So many kids out there don’t know, and that’s OK.”

Reflecting on Past Inquiries

More recently, in an October 2025 interview with Time, Schnapp reflected on the years he spent being questioned about his and Will’s sexualities before he was ready to address them. He described being “very scared of talking about it” as a young teenager, recalling being asked, “Is he gay? Are you gay?” when he was 12 or 13.