Millie Bobby Brown, the 20-year-old star of Enola Holmes and Stranger Things, recently addressed comments about her looking “older” in a recent Instagram selfie. The photo, posted on December 30th, featured Brown showcasing a purse from the Louis Vuitton and Murakami collection. The comments, which flooded her feed, prompted a swift and direct response from the actress.
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Brown took to her Instagram Stories to shut down the unwarranted criticism, stating simply, “Women grow!! Not sorry about it.” This succinct response resonated with many of her fans, who quickly came to her defense. Numerous comments pointed out the absurdity of expecting Brown to remain looking like a child, especially considering she is now a married adult. One fan commented, “People expecting her to still be a young girl when she’s literally an adult now is wild.” Another supporter emphasized Brown’s natural aging process, stating, “Seriously, just because she started her career as a child doesn’t mean she’ll always stay the same. Now she’s a beautiful woman, and you shouldn’t hate on her for something she has no control over.”
Brown, who was only 11 when she first appeared as Eleven in the hit Netflix series Stranger Things, has grown up in the public eye. With the fifth and final season of the show set to release this year, Brown’s personal and professional life continues to be a topic of interest for fans and media alike. Her husband, Jake Bongiovi, 22-year-old son of rock legend Jon Bon Jovi, also showed his support by commenting with three white heart emojis on her original post.
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The incident with the online comments didn’t overshadow Brown’s New Year celebrations. She marked the occasion by sharing previously unseen wedding footage and intimate moments with Bongiovi. The couple, who first sparked romance rumors in 2021, secretly wed in a low-key ceremony in May 2024. Their second, larger celebration took place at Villa Cetinale in Italy, where Brown showcased four different bridal looks, including a custom Galia Lahav gown. Brown captioned the compilation of wedding moments with “The year of Mrs. Bongiovi.”
A source close to the couple revealed that Brown and Bongiovi have enjoyed a “magical year” as newlyweds, cherishing family time and holiday traditions together. They specifically mentioned Brown’s appreciation for Bongiovi’s family and the warm, welcoming atmosphere of their gatherings. The young couple appear to be thriving in their new chapter, focusing on their happiness and future together, undeterred by unnecessary online commentary.
