Shannon Purser Biography

Fast Facts

• Made on-screen debut by appearing in the Netflix original series, Stranger Things
• Became an instant fan favorite and the subject of several memes and hashtags after playing Barb in Stranger Things
• Worked at a movie theater until fans began showing up and was forced to leave
• An amateur visual artist and musician, with a stated interest in playing cover songs
• An advocate for mental health and anxiety-awareness