From Scoops Ahoy to Wedding Officiant

Imagine strutting onto the Stranger Things set, and BAM! You’re slapped in the face with a sailor costume fit for your wildest childhood dreams. That was Joe Keery’s reality on the first day of season 3, a moment he recounted with some well-deserved sass.

“So there I am in my trailer, fully decked out in this top, lookin’ at myself in the mirror and thinking, ‘Oh boy, am I really ready for a billion eyeballs to see me in this goofy getup?’” he said, probably while rolling his eyes. But hey, the costume didn’t take long to grow on him, albeit not enough for him to start a ‘Save the Scoops Ahoy Uniform’ campaign.

Wedding Whimsy

Fast forward to this past weekend where, lo and behold, Joe was back in the iconic Scoops Ahoy outfit—this time not serving ice cream but officiating the wedding of his buddy Matt Williams and his lovely bride, Veronica Capaldi. Talk about a twist on the norm! The wedding had a Halloween vibe and took place in sunny Simi Valley, California, swapping the Starcourt Mall for a beautiful altar.

Happy Memories and Viral Moments

In video clips that exploded on social media, Joe looked like the happiest sailor alive as he read from his officiating script: “And by the power vested in me by the state of California… I now pronounce you husband and wife!” If that doesn’t make you smile, I don’t know what will. The video went viral faster than you can say ‘total meme material’.

Embracing the Quirk

What’s even more charming about Keery’s weekend caper is how he fully embraced the meme-worthy Scoops Ahoy look instead of shying away from it. This guy knows how to have fun with his past—who wouldn’t want to marry their significant other in front of a scooping sailor?

A Bond Beyond the Screen

Fun fact: Joe’s connection with the groom stretches back to their days jamming together in the Chicago psych-rock band, Post Animal. Keery took a step back from the band when he hit Hollywood big time, but their bond remains strong. He even joined the gang for a whirlwind world tour where he showcased his talents under the name Djo.

Farewell to the Upside Down?

As Stranger Things wraps up this year, we’ll always have those unforgettable moments of Steve Harrington in that ridiculously cute Scoops Ahoy outfit. Maybe we’ll even see him pop up in it again when we least expect it. Keep your fingers crossed for more sailor shenanigans!