Winona Laura Horowitz (born October 29, 1971), known professionally as Winona Ryder, is an American actress who plays Joyce Byers in the Netflix original series, Stranger Things.

Nov 21, 2025 · Winona Ryder is no stranger to the spotlight — or to grief. On Stranger Things, which premiered on Netflix in 2016, Ryder plays Joyce Byers, a grief-stricken suburban mother …

6 hours ago · Stranger Things season 5 part 2 sees the Hawkins party reunite and come up with a final plan to defeat Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower), and as exciting as these episodes are, the …

She portrayed Lois Wilson in the Hallmark television film When Love Is Not Enough (2010). Since 2016, she has played Joyce Byers on the Netflix series Stranger Things, for which she …

In this video, we explore Winona Ryder’s journey on Stranger Things—from anchoring the show’s early emotional intensity to navigating a changing spotlight in later seasons.

3 days ago · Winona Ryder movies that defined a generation. From Beetlejuice to Stranger Things, explore the beloved actress's incredible career.

Nov 22, 2025 · Ryder discussed potentially losing close friendships after finishing a project. Co-stars described the final filming day as emotional, like a "graduation" or "dream." Actress …

"Stranger Things" Cast Through the Years Experience the evolution of one of television's most iconic ensembles from wide-eyed kids on bikes to battle-tested teens facing the horrors of the …

4 days ago · Stranger Things star Winona Ryder has spent four decades shaping some of the most emotionally recognizable characters in modern film and television.

Jul 24, 2025 · Winona Ryder recently shared that she had to fight for her character in the hit sci-fi series, Stranger Things, which is coming to an end this Autumn.