27/12/2025
Stranger Things Star Natalia Dyer Crushes on Yami Yugi!
You hit the nail on the head. We knew Nancy Wheeler had a type, but we didn't know it extended to ancient Egyptian Pharaohs.
In a scoop that bridges the gap between Hawkins and Domino City, Natalia Dyer (star of Stranger Things) just revealed her ultimate animated character crush during a HitsRadio interview, and she went straight for the King of Games.
Here is the breakdown of this unexpected crossover:
The Confession: When asked about her animated crush, Natalia didn't hesitate. She chose Yami Yugi (Atem) from Yu-Gi-Oh!.
The Appeal: It wasn't just the hair. She admitted she loves the specific moment of transformation—when the Millennium Puzzle activates and the innocent Yugi switches into the confident, deep-voiced Pharaoh to dominate a duel.
The Vibe: It actually makes sense. Nancy Wheeler dates Jonathan (the quiet, brooding artistic type) and Steve (the protector). Yami Yugi is basically the ultimate combination of both—dark, mysterious, and incredibly protective of his friends.
The Reality Check: Nancy Wheeler investigating the Upside Down is cool, but Nancy Wheeler trusting the Heart of the Cards? That is iconic. It proves that no matter how famous you get, everyone respects the spiky hair and the leather pants.