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Millie Bobby Brown is a British actress, model, and entrepreneur, widely recognized for her breakout role as Eleven in Netflix’s Stranger Things. With her talent, poise, and social influence, she has become a global icon. Beyond acting, Millie is known for her advocacy, activism, and business ventures, including her skincare brand Florence by Mills.
Early Life
Millie Bobby Brown was born on February 19, 2004, in Marbella, Spain, to British parents Kelly and Robert Brown. She has two younger brothers, Charlie and Joseph, and a younger sister, Paige. She was given the middle name “Bonnie” at birth, but eventually chose to go by “Bobby” instead. Her family moved to England briefly and later settled in Florida, USA. Millie developed an interest in acting at a young age, attending classes and auditioning for small roles. Her family’s support helped her navigate the early stages of her career.
Career
In 2013, Millie Bobby Brown started her acting career with a small role as Young Alice in Once Upon a Time in Wonderland. The next year, she got a main role in the series Intruders, where she played Madison O’Donnell. She also appeared in popular shows like NCIS, Modern Family, and Grey’s Anatomy.
In 2016, she auditioned for a role in Game of Thrones but didn’t get selected. Soon after, she was cast as Eleven in Stranger Things, which made her famous worldwide. Her performance was highly praised, and she received major award nominations, including the Primetime Emmy Awards and Screen Actors Guild Awards. She also won awards with her co-stars and continued playing Eleven until the show’s final season in 2025.
Apart from acting, she appeared in the music video “Find Me” by Sigma and Birdy. She also worked with brands like Citigroup and started modeling, including campaigns for Calvin Klein. She later joined IMG Models and worked with brands like Moncler, and appeared on Vogue covers.
In 2018, she was named one of the most influential people by Time, becoming one of the youngest ever. She was also appointed as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. She even worked with EA Games for The Sims 4.
She made her movie debut in Godzilla: King of the Monsters and returned in Godzilla vs. Kong. In 2019, she launched her beauty brand Florence by Mills, mainly for young people. In 2020, she starred in and produced Enola Holmes and its sequel Enola Holmes 2. She earned around $10 million for her role, becoming one of Hollywood’s top-paid young actresses. She also became a brand ambassador for Louis Vuitton.
In 2023, she released her first book, Nineteen Steps, inspired by her family history. In 2024, she starred in the Netflix fantasy film Damsel. In 2025, she appeared in The Electric State, and later signed a romantic comedy film called Just Picture It. She is also set to return in Enola Holmes 3.
Her brand Florence by Mills expanded into fashion as well. She collaborated with Converse to create a customizable shoe line called “Millie By You.” She also worked with Pandora, Vogue Eyewear, and even teamed up with Chips Ahoy for a special product promotion linked to Stranger Things.
Personal Life
In 2021, Millie Bobby Brown started dating actor Jake Bongiovi. The couple later revealed in April 2023 that they were engaged.
Millie married actor Jake Bongiovi, son of rock legend Jon Bon Jovi, in a private ceremony in May 2024. The couple recently celebrated a major milestone in their lives by adopting a baby girl in August 2025. They shared the news on Instagram, expressing excitement and a desire for privacy, ending their announcement with the phrase, “And then there were 3.” Their daughter is also the first grandchild for Jon Bon Jovi, making the moment even more special for the family. Millie has been spotted embracing motherhood, including casual public appearances with her daughter in East Hampton, New York.
Children
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi have one child, their adopted daughter. They have chosen to keep her name and other details private, focusing on enjoying family life away from the spotlight.
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