Stranger Things Star Joe Keery Drops Surprise Single—Fans Can’t Stop Talking About His Bold New Look

Online searches for Joe Keery have surged this week as the Stranger Things favorite balances viral headlines, new music, and fresh clues about the Netflix show’s hotly anticipated final season. Viral interview sparks questions about sexuality A brief press-junket exchange made the internet wonder whether Keery had casually come out, sending “Is Joe Keery bisexual?” to the top of social feeds. While the actor has not clarified the remark, the moment has fueled fan conversations about representation in the show’s closing chapter. Season 5 tease reignites Steve Harrington hype Talking to RadioTimes, Keery confirmed that Steve and Jonathan’s on-screen rivalry will “take an unexpected turn” in season 5, hinting at scenes that “people have wanted since season 2”. Production is in its final month, with Netflix still eyeing a November 2025 premiere. From Hawkins to headphones: Djo drops new album Away from Hawkins, Keery’s musical alter-ego Djo surprise-released a fourth studio LP titled The Crux. Early streaming numbers suggest the psych-pop project could outpace 2022’s Decide, helped by viral TikTok traction and an upcoming mini-tour announced on his X account. Life after Stranger Things In a new HERO Magazine cover story, the 33-year-old says the series “let all of us flex muscles we didn’t know we had,” adding that he’ll move straight into the sci-fi thriller Cold Storage once press for season 5 wraps. What’s next • Stranger Things season 5 trailer expected early 2026 • Djo’s The Crux North American dates to be announced in December • Cold Storage set for a 2026 theatrical release With cameras rolling, records spinning and rumors swirling, Joe Keery remains the internet’s favorite multi-hyphenate—just in time for Stranger Things’ grand finale.