Barbara "Barb" Holland was a recurring character in the first season of Stranger Things. She was portrayed by Shannon Purser. Barb was the best friend of Nancy Wheeler. In late 1983, Barb …

Shannon Purser (born June 27, 1997) is an American actress. She made her acting debut as Barb in the first season of the Netflix drama series Stranger Things (2016), for which she was …

Oct 16, 2025 · The set for Stranger Things’ final season harbors a dark truth: the body of beloved season one character Barb remains in the Upside Down. Here’s what we know.

Nov 18, 2025 · Stranger Things has had a plethora of stunning moments throughout its runtime, but among all, the most shocking moment was the early and sudden death of Barb Holland.

Jan 1, 2026 · Barb was introduced in the first season of Stranger Things, and sadly, she doesn't end up making it out alive. She was Nancy's best friend who quietly kept her grounded, but …

Oct 16, 2025 · Barb, played by Shannon Purser, can be seen half-buried underground with a gash on her neck and covered in vines characteristic of the other-worldly dimension. Barb is …

Nov 7, 2025 · Barb famously died during Season 1 of Stranger Things, with her grim fate sparking the ‘Justice for Barb’ movement. The character’s body will apparently be seen during Season …

Oct 16, 2025 · Fan-favorite character Barb is set to make a brief appearance in 'Stranger Things' Season 5, but not necessarily in the way fans would have hoped.

Oct 16, 2025 · As Millie Bobby Brown confirmed earlier, Barb will be one of the names to stay dead, but the latest update sees her return, possibly in another fleeting appearance, just like in …

Oct 11, 2024 · Barb, played by Shannon Purser, is Nancy Wheeler's best friend, and she disappears early on in the series while at a party with Nancy.