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Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin has faced racism since first appearing on the show

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The 20-year-old actor has played Lucas Sinclair on the show since its first series launched on Netflix in 2016. He has appeared in all four seasons to date. Caleb also noticed a difference in support on social media compared to his co-stars. He said: "Why am I the least favorite? Why [do I have] the least amount of followers?"

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BBC News

Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin speaks about racism from fans

The actor, who plays Lucas Sinclair in the show, says his experience of bigotry "affected him a lot".

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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The Independent

Caleb McLaughlin opens up about racism from Stranger Things fans

‘Because I was born with this beautiful chocolate skin, I’m not loved’

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Star Kuala Lumpur

Caleb McLaughlin says racism in the 'Stranger Things' fandom affected him

Since the first season of the series, McLaughlin's Lucas has been a member of the show's core friend group of kids battling supernatural monsters.

2 years ago·Malaysia

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New York Post

Caleb McLaughlin on racism from ‘Stranger Things’ fans: ‘It took a toll on me’

“Stranger Things” star Caleb McLaughlin is opening up about the racism he has faced since the series first premiered.

2 years ago·New York, United States

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Metro News

Stranger Things' Caleb McLaughlin addresses racism experienced within the fandom

To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 videoStranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin reflected on the racism he experienced during the first season of the Netflix hit back in 2016.The actor, who plays Lucas Sinclair in the hit sci-fi horror show, recalled how he was previously treated by the hardcore fandom during the early season of the programme.During a Q&A sess…

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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Indian Express

Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin on facing racism from fans: ‘Why am I the least favourite, I’m on the same show…’

In a recently held Comic Con session in Belgium, Stranger Things actor Caleb McLaughlin spoke candidly about tackling racism during early days of the show.

2 years ago·India

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