Caleb McLaughlin

About

Caleb McLaughlin is a talented American actor, singer, and dancer, born on October 13, 2001, in Carmel, New York. He gained international recognition for his role as Lucas Sinclair in the Netflix series "Stranger Things," which premiered in 2016. Before his breakout role, McLaughlin began his career in theater, making his Broadway debut as Young Simba in "The Lion King" from 2012 to 2014. This experience not only honed his acting skills but also exposed him to film and television opportunities. McLaughlin's versatility extends beyond "Stranger Things." He has appeared in various TV shows such as "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," "Unforgettable," and "Shades of Blue." In 2017, he starred in the BET miniseries "The New Edition Story" as Young Ricky Bell. His film credits include "High Flying Bird" (2019) and "Concrete Cowboy" (2020), where he co-starred with Idris Elba. McLaughlin has received several awards, including a NAACP Image Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award. He is also a skilled dancer and musician, having released his first single, "Neighborhood," in 2021.