Key Highlights
- Millie Bobby Brown reveals how shaving her head was a pivotal moment in her career and personal life.
- The 21-year-old actress married Jon Bon Jovi’s son, Jake Bongiovi, last year and has since become a rock royalty daughter-in-law.
- Season five of Stranger Things will be released in three parts, with the finale premiering on New Year’s Day.
- Brown discusses her journey from being an unknown to becoming a global star while balancing personal life and acting commitments.
The Evolution of Millie Bobby Brown: From Eleven to a Global Star
Since first appearing in Stranger Things almost a decade ago, Millicent “Millie” Louise Brown, better known as the actress behind the iconic character Eleven, has transformed from an unknown into a global star and daughter-in-law to rock legend Jon Bon Jovi.
A Pivotal Moment in Her Career: Shaving Her Head for Eleven
Millie, who turned 21 last year after marrying Jake Bongiovi, Jon Bon Jovi’s son, reveals that shaving her head to play the character of Eleven was a significant turning point. She explained, “When I shaved my hair off, it changed my whole perspective on what my actual look was and who I was.” This act marked a crucial moment not just in her career but also in her childhood, as she stated, “Growing up in the public eye, I left my vanity and my ego at the door when I shaved my hair off in season one.”
Stranger Things: A Launchpad to Stardom
The fifth and final series of Stranger Things, which drops on Netflix this Thursday, is set to be the darkest yet. Millie promises fans that this season will be “the hardest to keep secret” with numerous unresolved plot points coming to a close. She says, “Everyone is going to lose their damn minds!
I cannot wait for you guys to see how Eleven harnesses her powers in many different ways.” The final eight episodes are set in the autumn of 1987 and feature a more intense storyline, as Millie notes, “This season has been the hardest to keep secret. There’s so many loose ends that get tied up and I just can’t help but want to tell everyone.”
Personal Life: Balancing Acting Commitments with Marital Bliss
Despite having the world at her feet, Millie was still navigating typical teenage issues like developing feelings for boys. She shared, “When I watch back Seasons One and Two, it reminds me of periods of time in my life. For me, Season Two was like, I didn’t understand why boys didn’t like me at that time.” However, her personal life took a significant turn when she married Jake Bongiovi in 2021, effectively entering the realm of rock royalty.
Millie has also welcomed a baby girl into their family.
In August, they announced the adoption of their first child. The actress and her husband celebrated their union in May last year with a lavish Tuscan ceremony. As Millie explained to Trailer Talk And Tea podcast, “A week before my wedding, I was filming some of the most important scenes in the show. But I needed long hair for my wedding, so I put these extensions in and I knew what I wanted.”
A Personal Reflection on Her Journey
Millicent “Millie” Louise Brown’s journey from being an unknown to a global star while balancing personal life is nothing short of remarkable. She admitted that Stranger Things has been like an apprenticeship, teaching her about acting and friendship. However, she also highlighted the importance of maintaining her inner child, stating, “You grow up and naturally want to be an adult.
But with this show, every time I come back to film, it makes me regress and it’s the most positive experience, just falling back into the kid who loves to play hide-and-seek on set.”
As fans prepare for the final season of Stranger Things, they can look forward to a darker and more intense storyline. Millie’s personal journey from being an unknown to a global star, while balancing acting commitments with marital bliss, provides a fascinating insight into her life and career.
First published: November 24, 2025 | Updated: November 25, 2025
