After witnessing Hopper’s unfortunate demise at the conclusion of Season 3, fans were shocked when he returned in Stranger Things Season 4 in an amazing new look.

David Harbour Reflects on Jaw-Dropping Weight Loss for Hopper’s Return in Stranger Things Season 4

In a recent interview with People, David Harbour opens up on his weight loss journey to prepare for his return in the fourth season of Stranger Things. Harbour called the entire experience a “rebirth” and noted that it’s the little things he finds exciting. See Harbour’s full quote below:

Although he now embraced his new lean body, he clarified that he still loved his “big dad bod” figure. He also said that these changes are necessary for an actor “to live in different skin,” just like a chameleon:

David Harbour Reveals Hopes for Hopper in Stranger Things Season 5

Now that the hit series is approaching the impending finale with Stranger Things Season 5, fans all over the world are rallying to keep their favorite characters alive. Despite Hopper escaping death once, his fate is still in jeopardy now that Vecna has taken over Hawkins, as he told Variety:

Harbour still believes that the show should keep Hopper alive in the finale, especially now that he’s “being resurrected as the man he wants to become.” He concluded:

Stranger Things Season 4 is available to stream on Netflix. Also read: David Harbour Expected Stranger Things Cancellation After Season 1

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