Bob Newby, portrayed by Sean Astin, is a main character in the second season of Stranger Things. He is the boyfriend of Joyce Byers and works as the manager at the town's local Radio Shack.

What happened to Bob (Sean Astin) in Stranger Things? Here's what we know about the fate of Joyce's (Winona Ryder) former boyfriend.

Nov 5, 2025 · The Duffer brothers confirmed that Bob was always meant to die in Stranger Things, but initially, he was going to be killed off in Episode 3, much earlier in the season.

Dec 10, 2025 · Stranger Things Season 2 introduced viewers to the lovable (but doomed) Bob Newby played by Sean Astin. In a resurfaced video clip, Astin revealed that he made one request to Ross …

Mar 12, 2025 · Bob Newby (Astin) stole the show on Stranger Things from the moment he first appeared in season 2, episode 1, "MADMAX". He's introduced as Joyce's high school acquaintance and a …

Apr 29, 2025 · Who is Bob in Stranger Things? Bob Newby or Bob is one of the supporting characters in Stranger Things and was introduced as Joyce’s new boyfriend in Season 2 of the show.

Jul 7, 2025 · Bob Newby, Superhero, met his tragic end in Episode 8, “The Mind Flayer,” of Stranger Things Season 2. He’s mauled by Demodogs at Hawkins Lab while helping Joyce, Hopper, and the …

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Mar 23, 2023 · What else happened in the S02E08 of "Stranger Things"? The Mind Flayer, the penultimate episode of “Stranger Things” second season, featured the passing of Bob Newby.

Nov 28, 2023 · Sean Astin's portrayal of Bob Newby in Stranger Things left a lasting impact on fans and even brought the series creators to tears. Astin's audition for the show originally targeted a...