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8 Things You (Probably) Didn't Know About 'It' Star Finn Wolfhard

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September 1, 2017 - 1 min read
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You probably recognize Stranger Things," but now he's hitting the big screen in Stephen King's "It." Want to get to know him better? Here are eight things you (probably) didn't know about the young actor. 

Oh, Canada!

Finn Wolfhard was born December 23, 2002, in Vancouver, Canada. 

Early Career

Before becoming a household name in "Stranger Things," Finn appeared in bit parts on TV shows like "The 100" and "Supernatural." 

Runs In the Family

Finn's father is a screenwriter. His brother, Nick, is a voice actor. 

Rockstar in the Making

Finn has passions beyond acting. He's also a talented musician who plays with his indie band, Calpurnia. They've covered everything from Nirvana to New Order. 

No Clowning Around

Even though Finn stars in "It," he admitted to TMZ that while he had fun making the movie, he personally finds clowns to be scary. We feel you, buddy. 

'80s Baby at Heart

While Wolfhard was born after the millennium, his musical taste is quite the throwback. He told Vulture that he's a fan of bands of the '80s era such as The Clash, A-Ha, and Tears for Fears. 

But What I Really Wanna Do Is...

Finn has an interest in directing, and even crowdfunded a music video project for the band Playdate for which he wanted to get behind the camera. 

Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego?

"Stranger Things" isn't the only Netflix project Finn's involved in. It's been announced that he'll be a major part of the streaming service's upcoming "Carmen Sandiego" reboot, alongside star Gina Rodriguez. 

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