History of Caleb McLaughlin in Timeline

Caleb McLaughlin is an American actor best known for his role as Lucas Sinclair in the hit Netflix series Stranger Things (2016-2025). Prior to Stranger Things, he began his career on Broadway as young Simba in The Lion King and had smaller television roles. Following his success in Stranger Things, McLaughlin expanded his film work, appearing in High Flying Bird (2019) and starring in Concrete Cowboy (2020). He also appeared in The New Edition Story (2017) and has voiced several characters in television.

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October 13, 2001: Caleb McLaughlin's Birth

On October 13, 2001, Caleb Reginald McLaughlin was born. He is an American actor.

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2012: Broadway Debut as Young Simba

In 2012, Caleb McLaughlin made his Broadway debut as young Simba in The Lion King musical, a role he continued until 2014.

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2016: International recognition in Stranger Things

In 2016, Caleb McLaughlin gained international recognition for playing Lucas Sinclair in the Netflix series Stranger Things.

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2016: Breakthrough Role in Stranger Things

In 2016, Caleb McLaughlin's breakthrough role came with his portrayal of Lucas Sinclair in the hit Netflix series Stranger Things.

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2017: Appearance in The New Edition Story

In 2017, Caleb McLaughlin appeared in the miniseries The New Edition Story.

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2017: Nomination for BET YoungStars Award

In 2017, Caleb McLaughlin was nominated for the BET YoungStars Award.

2018: NAACP Image Awards Win

In 2018, Caleb McLaughlin won Outstanding Performance by a Youth at the NAACP Image Awards.

2019: Appearance in High Flying Bird

In 2019, Caleb McLaughlin appeared in the drama film High Flying Bird.

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December 2020: Forbes 30 Under 30

In December 2020, Caleb McLaughlin was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2021 list.

2020: Encouraged Voting and Promoted Healthy Body Image

In 2020, Caleb McLaughlin encouraged people to vote in the 2020 US presidential election, posting a video on his Instagram account with links to Vote.org. He has spearheaded the social media campaigns #EmbraceYourFace and #BeYourBiggestFan which promote healthy body image, positivity, and self-esteem.

2020: First Lead Role in Concrete Cowboy

In 2020, Caleb McLaughlin had his first lead role in a feature film, Concrete Cowboy.

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2020: Feature Film Debut in Concrete Cowboy

In 2020, Caleb McLaughlin made his feature film debut in Concrete Cowboy, co-starring with Idris Elba and Jharrel Jerome. The movie received positive reviews.

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2021: Forbes 30 Under 30 Class

In December 2020, Caleb McLaughlin was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2021 list.

January 8, 2024: Announcement of 21 Savage Biopic Role

On January 8, 2024, it was announced that Caleb McLaughlin was set to feature in a biopic about British-American rap artist 21 Savage, alongside Donald Glover and Savage himself; McLaughlin was expected to play a younger version of 21 Savage.