Charlie Ross Heaton, professionally known as Charlie Heaton, is an English actor and musician. He is best known for portraying Jonathan Byers in the Netflix science fiction series Stranger Things.
Before establishing himself as an actor, Heaton was a drummer in several rock bands, and he has since appeared in acclaimed films including As You Are, Marrowbone, The New Mutants, No Future, and The Souvenir Part II.
Essential Data
- Full Name: Charlie Ross Heaton
- Stage Name: Charlie Heaton
- Born: February 6, 1994
- Age: 32 years old
- Birthplace: Leeds, England, United Kingdom
- Nationality: British
- Ethnicity: White British
- Occupation: Actor, Musician
- Height: 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in)
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Crispy Heaton and Shelly Lowe
- Siblings: Levi Heaton
- Spouse: Natalia Dyer
- Children: Archie Heaton
- Relationship: Dating
- Net Worth: $5 million USD
Early Life and Education
Charlie Heaton was born on February 6, 1994, in Leeds, England, and spent much of his childhood in Bridlington, East Yorkshire, where he was primarily raised by his mother following his parents’ divorce. His parents were Crispy Heaton and Shelly Lowe.
He grew up alongside his older sister, Levi Heaton, who later pursued a career in acting. At the age of 16, he relocated to London, where his passion for music opened the door to opportunities in the entertainment industry.
Heaton completed his early education in England, although he has kept details of his academic background largely private.
Career
Charlie Heaton’s professional journey began in music rather than acting. As a teenager, he became the drummer for the London-based noise rock band Comanechi, touring extensively across Europe before performing with other independent bands.
While trying to build a career in music, he worked various jobs in London and eventually explored acting after being introduced to commercial auditions.
His acting breakthrough arrived in 2016 when he was cast as Jonathan Byers in Netflix’s global hit Stranger Things. The series propelled him to international fame and earned him a Screen Actors Guild Award for his work in the ensemble cast.
Beyond the show, Heaton has demonstrated his versatility through performances in films including As You Are, Shut In, Marrowbone, The New Mutants, No Future, and The Souvenir Part II, establishing himself as one of Britain’s most accomplished young actors.
Awards and Nominations
- Screen Actors Guild Award (2017) – Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series (Stranger Things) – Winner.
- Multiple ensemble award nominations for Stranger Things.
Social media
- Instagram: @charlie.r.heaton
Personal Life
Charlie Heaton, 32, is the father of Archie Heaton, whom he shares with his former partner, Japanese musician Akiko Matsuura.
Since 2016, he has been in a relationship with his Stranger Things co-star Natalia Dyer, and the pair have become one of television’s best-known couples.
Heaton enjoys music, photography, travelling, and supporting independent artistic projects. He stands 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) tall.
Net worth
Charlie Heaton has an estimated net worth of $5 million USD. His wealth has been built through acting in television and feature films, streaming productions, music projects, endorsement deals, and other entertainment ventures.
Filmography
- As You Are
- Shut In
- Marrowbone
- The New Mutants
- The Souvenir Part II
- The Royal Hotel
- Stranger Things
- Billy Knight
- Industry