Dacre Montgomery, an Australian actor renowned for his portrayal of Billy Hargrove in “Stranger Things,” is best known for his role as the Red Ranger in the Power Rangers reboot. While his religious beliefs haven’t been publicly disclosed, Montgomery is speculated to be a devout Christian.
Initially seen as Sadie Sink’s bothersome stepbrother in Stranger Things Season 2, Montgomery’s character, Billy Hargrove, evolved into the show’s primary antagonist in Season 3 and made a guest appearance in Season 4.
Dacre Montgomery’s Religion and Battle with Anxiety
Despite being known to battle anxiety since he was 12, the actor has channeled his personal struggles into his roles. His on-screen character, Billy Hargrove, subtly reflects religious symbolism, such as wearing a necklace depicting the Virgin Mary and a St. Christopher amulet. However, the show’s creators have kept his character’s religious beliefs open to interpretation.
Dacre Montgomery’s Family and Ethnicity
Born in Perth, Western Australia, to Scott Harvey-Montgomery and Judith Barrett-Lennard, both involved in the Australian film industry, Montgomery grew up surrounded by the world of film. His diverse ancestry includes Canadian and New Zealander roots, and he is also a dual citizen of Canada and Australia. He has spoken about his maternal connections to the British royal family and his name, “Dacre,” which has Celtic origins.
Dacre Montgomery’s Net Worth and Career
Montgomery’s estimated net worth is $2 million, primarily stemming from his acting career and brand endorsements. Notably, he earned $150,000 per episode for his role in Stranger Things Season 3, accumulating a total of $1.2 million. Additionally, with over 9 million followers on Instagram, Montgomery has leveraged his popularity to secure a brand deal with Polestar, an electric vehicle company owned by Volvo Motors.