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Ben Gross is a fictional character portrayed by Jaren Lewison in the TV series Never Have I Ever.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Pilot (season 1), they were 19 years old.
They appear in 37 episodes out of a total of 40 aired and have accumulated 125895 positive votes.
The character of Ben Gross is mainly associated with Devi Vishwakumar, Paxton Hall-Yoshida and Trent Harrison.

Ben Gross

by Jaren Lewison

character

Episodes37

  • 7.4
    /10

    Pilot

    episode S1.E1 april 2020
    After recent trauma, Devi starts her first day as a high school sophomore determined to shake off old labels and finally become cool.
  • 7.6
    /10

    ...had sex with Paxton Hall-Yoshida

    episode S1.E2 april 2020
    Devi hesitates to tell her friends the truth about her awkward interactions with Paxton. The prospect of an arranged marriage puts Kamala under pressure.
  • 7.7
    /10

    ...gotten drunk with the popular kids

    episode S1.E3 april 2020
    Devi hopes to win cool points with Paxton at a party, until a surprising turn of events. Hidden emotions emerge for Fabiola. Kamala makes a choice.
  • 7.8
    /10

    ...started a nuclear war

    episode S1.E5 april 2020
    Devi allows rumors about her and Paxton to swirl during an overnight school trip. Fabiola opens up to Eleanor, who gets upsetting news about her mother.
  • 8.5
    /10

    ...been the loneliest boy in the world

    episode S1.E6 april 2020
    With absentee parents, a shallow girlfriend and no one to hang out with, Ben Gross is lonelier than ever, until an unlikely invitation offers some hope.
  • 8
    /10

    ...pissed off everyone I know

    episode S1.E8 april 2020
    After another fallout with her friends, Devi grapples with unresolved trauma. A party at Ben's turns out to be equal parts awkward, awful and amazing.
  • 8.8
    /10

    ...said I'm sorry

    episode S1.E10 april 2020
    After unwelcome news sparks a fight with her mother, Devi seeks an escape. Mohan's birthday brings an opportunity for closure - and for new beginnings.
  • 7.6
    /10

    ...been a playa

    episode S2.E1 july 2021
    Ahead of their impeding move to India, Devi faces her first-ever love triangle, while Nalini tries to sell her patient roster to a flashy competitor.
  • 7.8
    /10

    ...thrown a rager

    episode S2.E2 july 2021
    Devi plans to throw the ultimate party, but her knotty dating life may turn it into a different kind of blowout. Devi accidentally tells Ben she's dating Paxton. Nalini has an eye-opening trip to India.
  • 7.8
    /10

    ...opened a textbook

    episode S2.E3 july 2021
    Making good grades has never been a priority for Paxton, until a mishap, urges him to prove he's more than a campus heartthrob and star swimmer.
  • 8
    /10

    ...had an Indian frenemy

    episode S2.E4 july 2021
    Devi instantly resents the new Indian girl at school, but is taken by surprise as they get acquainted. Kamala struggles to be respected at her lab.
  • 7.8
    /10

    ...ruined someone's life

    episode S2.E5 july 2021
    At a 24-hour school relay, Devi's impulsive words Spark an insensitive rumor. Fabiola hesitates to introduce her overenthusiastic mother to Eve.
  • 7.8
    /10

    ...betrayed a friend

    episode S2.E6 july 2021
    While attempting to cover her trail for fueling gossip about Aneesa, Devi's guilt grows. Nalini warms up to a nemesis. Kamala gets a rude shock.
  • 7.9
    /10

    ...begged for forgiveness

    episode S2.E7 july 2021
    Devi must learn the art of a genuine apology before it's too late. Kamala considers standing up for herself. Nalini takes some parenting advice.
  • 7.8
    /10

    ...been Daisy Buchanan

    episode S2.E8 july 2021
    Watching an ex with someone new tests Devi's resolve to be more mature. Fabiola struggles to stay true to herself and grows concerned for Eleanor.
  • 8.4
    /10

    ...stalked my own mother

    episode S2.E9 july 2021
    A disastrous snooping incident compels Devi and Nalini to do some introspection. Paxton steps out of his comfort zone. Eleanor has a breakthrough.
  • 8.6
    /10

    ...been a perfect girl

    episode S2.E10 july 2021
    As Paxton's mixed messages have Devi questioning herself, the upcoming winter dance offers a chance to determine where she stands- and what she needs.
  • 7.6
    /10

    ...been slut-shamed

    episode S3.E1 august 2022
    At last, Devi is dating her dream guy, but some catty gossip has her worried about taking things slow. Nalini urges Kamala to rethink a decision.
  • 7.7
    /10

    ...had my own troll

    episode S3.E2 august 2022
    Anonymous messages about Paxton have Devi playing detective. Aneesa feels neglected by Ben. Pati hosts a mixer to find Kamala a "suitable" partner.
  • 7.7
    /10

    ...had a valentine

    episode S3.E3 august 2022
    On Valentine's Day, a compatibility test's results spark more drama than romance among the Sherman Oaks couples. Meanwhile, Nalini makes a new friend.
  • 8
    /10

    ...made someone jealous

    episode S3.E4 august 2022
    Kamala invites Manish over for Navratri, to Pati's annoyance. Devi isn't thrilled about taking Rhyah's son to a house party, but she's in for a surprise.
  • 7.7
    /10

    ...been ghosted

    episode S3.E5 august 2022
    A charity event gives Devi the chance to polish her rusty flirting skills. As awkward vibes between Fabiola and Aneesa lingers, Paxton offers advice.
  • 8.6
    /10

    ...had a breakdown

    episode S3.E6 august 2022
    Chasing Ivy League dreams and his dad's approval, Ben ignores warning signs of burnout until the stress of his jam packed workload builds up - literally.
  • 7.8
    /10

    ...cheated

    episode S3.E7 august 2022
    Up against Des' team at a debate tournament, Devi takes her competitiveness too far. An opportunity arises for Eleanor. Pati explains herself to Kamala.
  • 7.9
    /10

    ...hooked up with my boyfriend

    episode S3.E8 august 2022
    A game night gives Devi and Fabiola a chance for alone time with Des and Aneesa, but the other guests throw the evening off course. An art tutor surprises Ben.
  • 8.3
    /10

    ...had an Indian boyfriend

    episode S3.E9 august 2022
    Watching Devi struggle with a painful memory, a nervous Rhyah orders Des to keep his distance. Paxton enlists Eleanor's help to break some news to Trent.
  • 8.8
    /10

    ...lived the dream

    episode S3.E10 august 2022
    The end of the school year has the Sherman Oaks crew all up in their feels. Devi is torn between planning the future and enjoying the present.
  • 7.7
    /10

    ...lost my virginity

    episode S4.E1 june 2023
    An awkward end to an intimate moment has Devi fuming all summer. As senior year begins, the crew has college -- and complicated feelings -- on the brain.
  • 7.6
    /10

    ...gotten sweet revenge

    episode S4.E2 june 2023
    Bent on exposing who vandalized her car, Devi makes a bold accusation. Fabiola shakes up the robotics club's culture. Pati hides a secret from the family.
  • 7.6
    /10

    ...liked a bad boy

    episode S4.E3 june 2023
    As senior year continues to spiral, Devi's resolve to avoid Ethan weakens. Paxton returns to a comforting place. Nalini tackles termite issues.
  • 7.8
    /10

    ...wrecked my future

    episode S4.E4 june 2023
    At a college fair, Devi juggles her love life with her academic ambitions, Fabiola ponders a tricky decision and an unlikely ally comes to Ben's rescue.
  • 7.8
    /10

    ...been to New Jersey

    episode S4.E5 june 2023
    On a school trip to New York, Devi discovers that college may be scarier than she thought, Eleanor faces disappointment and Fabiola remains tight-lipped.
  • 7.8
    /10

    ...had my dream stolen

    episode S4.E6 june 2023
    With early college admissions rolling in, Devi's in for more than one surprise. Kamala warns a smitten Pati about Len. Ben overhears a hurtful comment.
  • 8.1
    /10

    ...had an identity crisis

    episode S4.E7 june 2023
    As Paxton struggles to let go of his past as the king of high school, he seizes a chance to thrive as a swim coach and finds closure with an old flame.
  • 8.2
    /10

    ...set my mom up

    episode S4.E8 june 2023
    Unsure about her own love life, Devi focuses on Nalini's - but it will mean befriending an enemy. Pati's birthday ends on a high note no one sees coming.
  • 8.6
    /10

    ...gone to prom

    episode S4.E9 june 2023
    After a major setback, Devi feels the burden of telling a lie and must dig deep for a second chance. On prom night, the friends share their truths.
  • 9
    /10

    ...said goodbye

    episode S4.E10 june 2023
    The last weekend of summer coincides with a festive occasion - and on the brink of their new lives, Devi, her family and friends have lots to celebrate.

Best moments10

  • 8.5
    /10
    87% of the votes

    ...been the loneliest boy in the world

    episode S1.E6 april 2020
    With absentee parents, a shallow girlfriend and no one to hang out with, Ben Gross is lonelier than ever, until an unlikely invitation offers some hope.
  • 8.6
    /10
    79% of the votes

    ...had a breakdown

    episode S3.E6 august 2022
    Chasing Ivy League dreams and his dad's approval, Ben ignores warning signs of burnout until the stress of his jam packed workload builds up - literally.
  • 8.8
    /10
    34% of the votes

    ...said I'm sorry

    episode S1.E10 april 2020
    After unwelcome news sparks a fight with her mother, Devi seeks an escape. Mohan's birthday brings an opportunity for closure - and for new beginnings.
  • 7.6
    /10
    22% of the votes

    ...been a playa

    episode S2.E1 july 2021
    Ahead of their impeding move to India, Devi faces her first-ever love triangle, while Nalini tries to sell her patient roster to a flashy competitor.
  • 7.8
    /10
    19% of the votes

    ...thrown a rager

    episode S2.E2 july 2021
    Devi plans to throw the ultimate party, but her knotty dating life may turn it into a different kind of blowout. Devi accidentally tells Ben she's dating Paxton. Nalini has an eye-opening trip to India.
  • 7.8
    /10
    16% of the votes

    ...started a nuclear war

    episode S1.E5 april 2020
    Devi allows rumors about her and Paxton to swirl during an overnight school trip. Fabiola opens up to Eleanor, who gets upsetting news about her mother.
  • 7.8
    /10
    14% of the votes

    ...been to New Jersey

    episode S4.E5 june 2023
    On a school trip to New York, Devi discovers that college may be scarier than she thought, Eleanor faces disappointment and Fabiola remains tight-lipped.
  • 8.8
    /10
    13% of the votes

    ...lived the dream

    episode S3.E10 august 2022
    The end of the school year has the Sherman Oaks crew all up in their feels. Devi is torn between planning the future and enjoying the present.
  • 8.6
    /10
    12% of the votes

    ...been a perfect girl

    episode S2.E10 july 2021
    As Paxton's mixed messages have Devi questioning herself, the upcoming winter dance offers a chance to determine where she stands- and what she needs.
  • 8
    /10
    10% of the votes

    ...pissed off everyone I know

    episode S1.E8 april 2020
    After another fallout with her friends, Devi grapples with unresolved trauma. A party at Ben's turns out to be equal parts awkward, awful and amazing.

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E2
243
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E4
5.9K
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35K
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788
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902
E5
165
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309
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679
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336
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380
E3
786
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21K
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549
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641
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E2
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E3
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E6
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E7
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E8
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