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Caleb McLaughlin: Eleven's Fate Uncertain, Animated Spin-Off Coming

2/8/2026

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Caleb McLaughlin, actor on Stranger Things, appeared on The View and said Eleven appears to be gone, adding, "Rest in peace, Eleven," amid speculation about her survival.
He notes Lucas believes Eleven is alive, while he interprets her fate differently.
Eleven will return as an animated character in the spin-off Stranger Things: Tales from '85, premiering on April 23.

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Caleb McLaughlin, actor on Stranger Things, appeared on The View and said Eleven appears to be gone, adding, "Rest in peace, Eleven," amid speculation about her survival.
He notes Lucas believes Eleven is alive, while he interprets her fate differently.
Eleven will return as an animated character in the spin-off Stranger Things: Tales from '85, premiering on April 23.