Stranger Things’ Dacre Montgomery Reveals Why He Quit Hollywood | E! News
Daker Montgomery is revealing why he escaped the upside down. The Stranger Things star explained the reason he took an extended hiatus from Hollywood after playing Billy Harrove on the Netflix series. Reflecting on the change the industry has undergone over the years, telling The Australian, the actor says, quote, “Traditional Hollywood stars existed because there was mystery. Social media has done away with that. That’s a large part of why I dropped off the map for the last few years.” He adds, quote, I’m not trying to compete with anyone else. I’m living my truth and hopefully being able to pay the rent while I’m doing it. Beyond regaining his privacy, the 30-year-old who starred alongside Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, and Noah Schnapp in Stranger Things emphasized his desire to reclaim his identity. He continues, quote, “I’ve given a piece of myself to every role I’ve played, and that’s largely why I’ve taken time off lately. There’s been a lot of personal reflection about what I want in my career. I’m trying to gain a bit more control over where and what I’m working on.” And though he won’t be starring in the upcoming final season of Stranger Things, Daker, whose new movie went up the hill in theaters August 15th, he’s looking forward to what the series end has in store, just like the rest of us. [Music]
‘Stranger Things’ alum Dacre Montgomery explained why he went “off the map” for years after starring as Billy Hargrove in the Netflix series. Full Story: https://www.eonline.com/news/1421149/stranger-things-dacre-montgomery-on-leaving-hollywood
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23 Comments
Gross I hate hearing people say "my truth". That's scientology bs. Stop already. Ffs.
He should have been Johnny storm
He didnt quit Hollywood.😑😑😑😑
Taking time off doesn’t equate with quitting Hollywood. Stop these stupid sensationalized headlines ffs
It’s not like he was super in demand or the most amazing actor lol. He did power rangers and stranger things. Okay?
Because Hollywood is satanic! 😈
This dues is a really good actor i hope he finds a great balance
Some people just want to be working actors without being “stars”. Others aren’t from LA or New York, which are the production centers, and don’t wanna be in those places after work is over. Different strokes for different folks. But he didn’t quit, he wanted to take time off and come back on his terms. 🤷♂️
He was also the Red ranger in the reboot mighty morphin power rangers movie
He's so fine😔
He's 30?!
Yea he about to die😂😂😂😂😂😂 you can never leave hollyweird buddy
The star system is an outdated joke, studios no longer own actors and actors don't need to beon camera promoting films all the time when they have social media for it. We got writers, producers and directors who can do that.
of course he’s not “starring “ in Season 5 ! Billy is dead 😒 stupid AI
Something about his face freaks me out 🥴
Agents require you to have social media and casting directors factor in your follower count. It’s ridiculous and has nothing to do with your skills as an actor.
Perhaps he could make it as a model. An advertisement I saw of him for Politix inspired me to start shopping there for my brother and guy friends
He was a great Red Ranger. I hope we could see him in upcoming films soon!
cClick bait. So mad I fell for it
He's so hot
Translation: I don’t want my sexuality to be the focus of my identity as an actor, and therefore, I want no part of the limelight at this time.
I reather hear it from him
doesn't sound like he quit at all, don't scare us like that lol