Atlanta actor Regina Ting Chen on joining 'Stranger Things' Season 4

Regina Ting Chen portrays Ms. Kelly, the guidance counselor at Hawkins High School in "Stranger Things." (Photo Credit: Bryce France)

Atlanta-based actor Regina Ting Chen admits to being a fan of “Stranger Things” long before being cast in Season 4 as Ms. Kelly, the guidance counselor at Hawkins High School. Chen, who was born in Hawaii and raised in Texas, began acting and modeling while in college, and she’s since landed roles in Marvel’s “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,” HBO’s Emmy-winning series “Watchmen” and 2021’s “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” The actor joined “City Lights” senior producer Kim Drobes via Zoom to share a glimpse into her life behind the scenes. 

Interview highlights follow below.