Joyce Byers
Fictional character in Stranger Things / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Joyce Byers (née Maldonado) is a central character in the Netflix science fiction horror drama television series Stranger Things. She's portrayed as a resilient and fiercely protective mother to her son Will, who mysteriously disappears in the town of Hawkins, Indiana. Joyce is portrayed as determined, resourceful, and deeply emotional, willing to go to great lengths to find her son, even if it means confronting supernatural forces. Throughout the series, she demonstrates immense strength in the face of adversity, making her a beloved and memorable character.
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First appearance | "Chapter One: The Vanishing of Will Byers" (2016) |
Created by | The Duffer Brothers |
Portrayed by | Winona Ryder Isabella Pappas (West End) |
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Species | Human |
Gender | Female |
Occupation | Melvald's General Store employee Telemarketer |
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Home | Hawkins, Indiana, United States (Seasons 1-3) Lenora, California, United States (Seasons 3-4) |
Nationality | American |
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Ryder's performance and the character itself have been well-received by critics.[1][2]