Who among us ever expected, way back in season one [1], that poufy-haired jock Steve Harrington would turn out to be one of the best parts [2] of Stranger Things [3]? But that's exactly what's happened, and three seasons in, we're head over heels for our favourite reformed idiot. He's journeyed from clueless bully to the exasperated dad friend [4] of the whole crew, and we're so here for it. With the release of the third season [5], we're looking back at some of our favourite Steve moments over the years, from the very beginning to his latest role in the gang's adventures. Ahead are over a dozen moments that prove why Steve is seriously the best.

His Season 1 Hair Is Really Something

He Starts Out as a Pretty Typical Jock Bro

He's a Bit of a Party Boy

He Includes Nancy, Even During His Bro Phase

He Gets It Together and Turns Out to Be a Hero

He's OK Letting Others Take the Lead

He's a Dancing Queen, Young and Sweet, Only 17

He Just Really Loves Fried Chicken, OK?

He's Prepared For Anything

He Knows How to Give Good Advice

He Actually Tries to Be a Decent Boyfriend

He's a Good Friend to the Kids He Looks Out For

He Makes Facial Expressions Like These

He Really Is Fond of the Kids and Doesn't Mind Showing It