Nell Fisher Brings Holly Wheeler Magic to Jimmy Fallon Show

Dance Moves, Friendship Gifts and Upside Down Secrets Revealed

Nell Fisher’s appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon turned into one of the most memorable Stranger Things moments outside the Upside Down. At just 14, the actress who played Holly Wheeler brought charm, confidence, and plenty of surprises to the late-night stage.

 

 

 

 

 

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During the episode, Nell delighted the audience by gifting Jimmy Fallon a special “Holly the Heroic” friendship necklace, playfully naming him “Jimmy the Joyful.” The sweet exchange instantly became a fan-favorite moment, highlighting the young star’s warm personality beyond the screen.

 

 

 

 

 

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The fun continued when Nell taught Jimmy a dance she personally choreographed on the Stranger Things set. The routine was created to the song “Please Please Please” and was originally performed with Millie Bobby Brown and the rest of the cast. Watching Fallon try to keep up with her moves added a light-hearted energy to the show.

Nell Fisher and @CaraBuono had to wear weights during the bathtub scene in the first episode of Season 5 of @Stranger_Things so they could stay underwater ???? #FallonTonight #StrangerThingsOnFallon pic.twitter.com/Mtc5t4aPeb

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Nell Fisher loves to play Dungeons & Dragons! #FallonTonight #StrangerThingsOnFallon pic.twitter.com/uLdRotWXJa

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Nell also shared behind-the-scenes details from Stranger Things Season 5 that fans had never heard before. She revealed that during the bathtub scene in the very first episode, she and Cara Buono had to wear heavy weights so they could stay underwater while filming — a challenging experience that left the audience stunned.

Beyond acting, Nell opened up about her personal interests, sharing her love for Dungeons & Dragons, a hobby that perfectly matches the adventurous spirit of Stranger Things. Her excitement while talking about the game showed how closely her real-life personality aligns with the world of Hawkins.

 

 

 

 

 

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With friendship gifts, dance lessons, and honest stories from the set, Nell Fisher’s Tonight Show debut felt less like an interview and more like a celebration of her journey. As Stranger Things comes to an end, moments like these prove that Nell Fisher’s story in Hollywood is only just beginning.