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.
Episodes37
Pilot
episode S1.E1 april 2020After recent trauma, Devi starts her first day as a high school sophomore determined to shake off old labels and finally become cool.
...had sex with Paxton Hall-Yoshida
episode S1.E2 april 2020Devi hesitates to tell her friends the truth about her awkward interactions with Paxton. The prospect of an arranged marriage puts Kamala under pressure.
...gotten drunk with the popular kids
episode S1.E3 april 2020Devi 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.
...started a nuclear war
episode S1.E5 april 2020Devi 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.
...been the loneliest boy in the world
episode S1.E6 april 2020With 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.
...pissed off everyone I know
episode S1.E8 april 2020After 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.
...said I'm sorry
episode S1.E10 april 2020After unwelcome news sparks a fight with her mother, Devi seeks an escape. Mohan's birthday brings an opportunity for closure - and for new beginnings.
...been a playa
episode S2.E1 july 2021Ahead 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.
...thrown a rager
episode S2.E2 july 2021Devi 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.
...opened a textbook
episode S2.E3 july 2021Making 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.
...had an Indian frenemy
episode S2.E4 july 2021Devi 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.
...ruined someone's life
episode S2.E5 july 2021At a 24-hour school relay, Devi's impulsive words Spark an insensitive rumor. Fabiola hesitates to introduce her overenthusiastic mother to Eve.
...betrayed a friend
episode S2.E6 july 2021While 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.
...begged for forgiveness
episode S2.E7 july 2021Devi must learn the art of a genuine apology before it's too late. Kamala considers standing up for herself. Nalini takes some parenting advice.
...been Daisy Buchanan
episode S2.E8 july 2021Watching 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.
...stalked my own mother
episode S2.E9 july 2021A disastrous snooping incident compels Devi and Nalini to do some introspection. Paxton steps out of his comfort zone. Eleanor has a breakthrough.
...been a perfect girl
episode S2.E10 july 2021As Paxton's mixed messages have Devi questioning herself, the upcoming winter dance offers a chance to determine where she stands- and what she needs.
...been slut-shamed
episode S3.E1 august 2022At 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.
...had my own troll
episode S3.E2 august 2022Anonymous messages about Paxton have Devi playing detective. Aneesa feels neglected by Ben. Pati hosts a mixer to find Kamala a "suitable" partner.
...had a valentine
episode S3.E3 august 2022On Valentine's Day, a compatibility test's results spark more drama than romance among the Sherman Oaks couples. Meanwhile, Nalini makes a new friend.
...made someone jealous
episode S3.E4 august 2022Kamala 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.
...been ghosted
episode S3.E5 august 2022A charity event gives Devi the chance to polish her rusty flirting skills. As awkward vibes between Fabiola and Aneesa lingers, Paxton offers advice.
...had a breakdown
episode S3.E6 august 2022Chasing 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.
...cheated
episode S3.E7 august 2022Up against Des' team at a debate tournament, Devi takes her competitiveness too far. An opportunity arises for Eleanor. Pati explains herself to Kamala.
...hooked up with my boyfriend
episode S3.E8 august 2022A 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.
...had an Indian boyfriend
episode S3.E9 august 2022Watching 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.
...lived the dream
episode S3.E10 august 2022The 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.
...lost my virginity
episode S4.E1 june 2023An 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.
...gotten sweet revenge
episode S4.E2 june 2023Bent 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.
...liked a bad boy
episode S4.E3 june 2023As senior year continues to spiral, Devi's resolve to avoid Ethan weakens. Paxton returns to a comforting place. Nalini tackles termite issues.
...wrecked my future
episode S4.E4 june 2023At 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.
...been to New Jersey
episode S4.E5 june 2023On a school trip to New York, Devi discovers that college may be scarier than she thought, Eleanor faces disappointment and Fabiola remains tight-lipped.
...had my dream stolen
episode S4.E6 june 2023With 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.
...had an identity crisis
episode S4.E7 june 2023As 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.
...set my mom up
episode S4.E8 june 2023Unsure 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.
...gone to prom
episode S4.E9 june 2023After 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.
...said goodbye
episode S4.E10 june 2023The 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.
- Pilot
- ...had sex with Paxton Hall-Yoshida
- ...gotten drunk with the popular kids
- ...started a nuclear war
- ...been the loneliest boy in the world
- ...pissed off everyone I know
- ...said I'm sorry
- ...been a playa
- ...thrown a rager
- ...opened a textbook
- ...had an Indian frenemy
- ...ruined someone's life
- ...betrayed a friend
- ...begged for forgiveness
- ...been Daisy Buchanan
- ...stalked my own mother
- ...been a perfect girl
- ...been slut-shamed
- ...had my own troll
- ...had a valentine
- ...made someone jealous
- ...been ghosted
- ...had a breakdown
- ...cheated
- ...hooked up with my boyfriend
- ...had an Indian boyfriend
- ...lived the dream
- ...lost my virginity
- ...gotten sweet revenge
- ...liked a bad boy
- ...wrecked my future
- ...been to New Jersey
- ...had my dream stolen
- ...had an identity crisis
- ...set my mom up
- ...gone to prom
- ...said goodbye
Best moments10
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- ...been the loneliest boy in the world
- ...had a breakdown
- ...said I'm sorry
- ...been a playa
- ...thrown a rager
- ...started a nuclear war
- ...been to New Jersey
- ...lived the dream
- ...been a perfect girl
- ...pissed off everyone I know