18. Bob Newby

Died: Season 2
Actor: Sean Astin

Stranger Things is inspired by 80’s movies, but it also features characters from films from that era, too! Bob was brought to life by the incredible Sean Astin whom any self-respecting 80’s movie fan will remember as a member of Goonies! Most of us will also remember him as Sam in Lord of the Rings.

Bob Newby, Joyce Byers’ goofy and kind boyfriend, was the caring father Will and Jonathan never had, and the zest of positivity Joyce needed in her life. Bob’s fate in Season 2 got us teary and so for us, he has joined Barbara in the list of characters who deserved so much better. #JusticeForBob!