Stranger Things Star’s Finale Reaction Sets The Fandom On Fire (And It’s Well Deserved)

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The final episode of Stranger Things has everyone talking, quickly becoming a major topic in pop culture. While opinions on the finale are varied – some viewers loved it, others didn’t, and many had minor criticisms – most fans agree on one thing: the cast’s final scenes were incredibly moving. These scenes uniquely blended the lines between the characters and the actors themselves, creating a deeply emotional experience for viewers.

Not all of the actors on Stranger Things had a chance to share their thoughts about the show or its ending. Fans were especially eager to hear from one particular star, and they recently did – expressing their feelings in a way that was both perfect and brief.

Vecna Actor Jamie Campbell Bower Has The Perfect Goodbye to Stranger Things

It’s been a pleasure to serve x

— Jamie Campbell Bower (@Jamiebower) January 1, 2026

“It’s been a pleasure to serve x” Jamie Campbell Bower stated in a New Year’s Day Twitter post.

The actor’s tweet quickly became incredibly popular, reaching over 5.6 million people and receiving more than 330,000 likes in less than a day. Fans immediately praised his performance, with one commenting on his ability to convey deep emotion through his eyes, calling it “good acting.” Another fan shared a photo collage showcasing Henry’s character development in Stranger Things, simply calling it a “Peak performance.”

Peak performance

— Cine Vichaar (@Cine_vichaar) January 1, 2026

Stranger Things Season 5 Let Jamie Campbell Bower Fully Shine

Jamie Campbell Bower has been working as an actor since the 2000s, but his role in Stranger Things is where he really became a household name. He first gained attention in Tim Burton’s 2007 film Sweeney Todd. Throughout the 2010s, he appeared in several popular franchises, including Twilight, Harry Potter, and The Mortal Instruments, and even starred in the Camelot TV series. Despite strong performances in these projects, he hadn’t yet reached true stardom. It wasn’t until the 2020s, with his portrayal of Vecna in Stranger Things, that he finally got the breakthrough role he’d been working towards.

Viewers have been telling Jamie Campbell Bower that his scenes without the Vecna makeup were incredibly impactful, even more so than when he was fully transformed. One fan commented that his eyes were particularly unsettling and expressive in those moments, making him seem even more menacing.

He seemed much more intimidating without all the makeup. I especially liked how expressive and unsettling his eyes were.

— Dominic Cellini (@DomCellini_Art) January 1, 2026

Even though the main story of Stranger Things has ended and Vecna appears to be defeated, Jamie Campbell Bower might not be finished with the series.

Could Vecna’s Story Continue in Stranger Things Spinoffs?

The fifth season of Stranger Things drew upon the history of Henry Creel, a backstory that was initially developed and expanded in the play Stranger Things: The First Shadow. This play went beyond simply portraying Henry as a villain, showing a more complex character with a significant personal journey. There’s potential to further explore Henry’s life, both as a human and as Vecna, through additional content like a limited series, another play, or an audio podcast.

Jamie Campbell Bower is gaining significant momentum in his career, especially after his work on Stranger Things. He’ll be appearing in a yet-to-be-announced major role in Season 3 of Amazon’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. He’s also set to star in the 2026 horror film True Haunting, alongside Erin Moriarty (The Boys) and Anne Mitchell (Widows), which tells the story of a couple who seek help from a televised exorcism team to rid their home of malevolent spirits.

Stranger Things is streaming on Netflix.

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2026-01-02 21:15