Joe Keery — best known for his breakout role as Steve Harrington on Netflix’s beloved sci-fi series Stranger Things — has become a trending sensation on social media, with fans playfully dubbing him the new “McDreamy” after his appearance at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards on January 11, 2026.
At the star-studded event, Joe stood out on the red carpet with a fresh look: blonde-tinted hair, stylish glasses and a sleek Louis Vuitton-inspired ensemble that instantly captured attention. His appearance sparked a wave of fan reactions across platforms like X (formerly Twitter), where users flooded timelines with praise and admiration, comparing his charismatic aura to that of iconic Hollywood leading men.
“Joe Keery looks like pure royalty on the #GoldenGlobes red carpet,” one admirer wrote, noting his captivating smile and polished fashion sense that evoked classic leading-man vibes. Many fans also celebrated the actor’s broader creative journey — pointing not only to his on-screen presence but to his success as a musician under the moniker DJo, with tracks like End of Beginning gaining new traction on music charts.
Joe Keery portrayed Steve Harrington in Stranger Things. The Duffer Brothers, the show's creators, disclosed that Steve was originally intended to be killed off in Season 1. Nevertheless, Joe's portrayal of the character, which won over audiences, compelled the writers to promote Steve to a series regular and ultimately make him a crucial element of the show.
The show’s final season wrapped in late 2025, cementing his place in pop-culture history.
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