Caleb McLaughlin is an American actor and voice actor, best known for his portrayal of Lucas Sinclair in the hit Netflix series Stranger Things.
Caleb McLaughlin was born on October 13, 2001, in Carmel Hamlet, New York. He was raised in Carmel by his parents, April and Corey McLaughlin Sr. Caleb has three siblings: two sisters, Caitlyn and Crystal, and a brother, Corey McLaughlin Jr. He attended Kent Primary School and later spent a year at George Fischer Middle School.
After fifth grade, Caleb moved to New York City to pursue a career in the performing arts. He began studying dance at Happy Feet Dance School in Carmel, New York. He later trained at The Harlem School of the Arts under the mentorship of Aubrey Lynch, a former producer of The Lion King.
Caleb McLaughlin gained widespread recognition for his role as Lucas Sinclair in Stranger Things, which premiered on Netflix in 2016. His performance quickly made him a standout among the ensemble cast. While Stranger Things brought him international fame, Caleb’s professional stage debut came earlier, when he played Young Simba in the Broadway production of The Lion King from 2012 to 2014.
In addition to his TV and stage work, he has also ventured into voice acting and continues to grow his presence in both film and television. Caleb has been nominated for several awards for his work on Stranger Things and has won two, including a NAACP Image Award and a BET YoungStars Award. The show's third season premiered in July 2019 to critical and popular acclaim.
Though not publicly linked to any romantic relationships, Caleb continues to focus on his acting career and professional growth. He has also emerged as a fashion influencer, frequently praised for his bold style choices. At the 2017 Emmys, he caught attention in a purple silk tuxedo adorned with floral designs. He made headlines again at the 2018 Emmys with an all-white Louis Vuitton monogram suit from Virgil Abloh’s debut collection. His fashion sense has made a strong impression on his millions of Instagram followers.
Caleb McLaughlin’s combination of talent, discipline, and style suggests a promising future in entertainment. As he matures in both his acting and personal pursuits, he remains a compelling figure to watch.
| Birth Date: | 13 Oct, 2001 |
| Age: | 19 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Carmel |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor |
| Net Worth 2021: | 4 million |
