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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Inga Parkel

Stranger Things star explains decision to ‘drop off the map’ after breakout role

Stranger Things star Dacre Montgomery has addressed his decision to retreat from the spotlight following his breakout role as the series’ antagonist, Billy Hargrove.

The 30-year-old Australian actor shot to fame for his portrayal of Billy, the abusive older stepbrother of Sadie Sink’s Max Mayfield, in Netflix’s hit sci-fi thriller. Introduced in season two, he appeared throughout season three before his character’s death in the finale, later returning briefly in season four through flashbacks and visions.

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