Charlie Heaton is a talented English actor and musician, best known for his performance as Jonathan Byers in the hit Netflix science fiction series Stranger Things.
With his rugged charm and versatility on screen, he has gained a massive following and critical acclaim, making him one of the most promising young actors in the industry.
Profile
- Full name: Charlie Ross Heaton
- Date of birth: February 6, 1994
- Age: 30 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
- Nationality: British
- Profession: Actor, Musician
- Height: 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
- Parents: Crispy Heaton (father), Michelle Heaton (mother)
- Siblings: Levi Heaton (sister)
- Girlfriend: Natalia Dyer
- Children: Archie Heaton (son)
- Relationship status: In a relationship
- Net worth: $2 million
Early Life and Education
Charlie Heaton, currently 30, was born on February 6, 1994, in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England.
His parents, Crispy and Michelle Heaton raised him in Bridlington, a small coastal town in Yorkshire. A love marked Charlie’s early life for music, and he began playing the drums at a young age.
He attended Bridlington School and moved to London at 16 to pursue a music career.
Charlie’s father, Crispy, was a musician himself and encouraged Charlie’s passion for music. His mother, Michelle, was a teenager when she had Charlie, and he has spoken fondly of their close relationship.
Charlie’s older sister, Levi, is also an actor and musician, and the two have collaborated on music projects together.
Personal Life
Charlie Heaton is in a relationship with Stranger Things co-star Natalia Dyer. The two began dating in 2016 and have been together since.
Charlie has a son, Archie, born in 2014, with his former partner, Akiko Matsuura, a Japanese musician.
Charlie has been open about his fatherhood struggles and experiences as a young parent. He has spoken about the challenges of balancing his career and family life but has expressed gratitude for the support of his loved ones.
Career
Charlie Heaton’s acting career began in the early 2010s, with small roles in films like The Ward (2010) and When the Starlight Ends (2016).
His breakthrough came in 2016 when he was cast as Jonathan Byers in Stranger Things, a role that has earned him widespread recognition and critical acclaim.
In addition to his work on Stranger Things, Charlie has appeared in films like As You Are (2016), Marrowbone (2017), and The New Mutants (2020).
He has also been involved in various music projects, including his work with the noise-rock band Comanechi and the psychedelic band Half Loon.
Controversy
Charlie Heaton has been involved in some controversies throughout his career.
In 2017, he was detained at LAX Airport for possession of small amounts of cocaine but was not charged and was later allowed to return to the US to shoot the third season of Stranger Things.
Social Media
- Instagram: @charlieheaton
- Twitter: @charlieheaton
Filmography
- The Ward
- When the Starlight Ends
- As You Are
- Marrowbone
- Stranger Things
- The New Mutants
- No Future
Discography
- Comanechi
- Half Loon
Awards
- Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series (2017)
- Teen Choice Award nomination for Choice Breakout TV Star (2017)
- Teen Choice Award nomination for Choice TV Actor: Fantasy & Science Fiction (2018)
Net Worth
Charlie Heaton’s net worth is estimated to be around $4 million.
His primary source of income is through his acting career, particularly his work on Stranger Things.
