Millie Bobby Brown recently addressed the harsh criticism regarding her appearance in a heartfelt Instagram post. She felt it was important to speak up not just for herself, but for all young women facing similar scrutiny.
Having started her career at just 10 years old, Millie has grown up in the public eye. She expressed frustration that some people seem stuck in the past, expecting her to look the same as she did in the first season of Stranger Things. “Because I don’t,” she said, “I’ve become a target.”
In her post, she shared unkind headlines about her changing looks, such as “What has Millie Bobby Brown done to her face?” and “Why are Gen Zers like Millie Bobby Brown aging so badly?”
Millie responded strongly, calling out these articles as a form of bullying rather than proper journalism. “It’s disturbing,” she said, especially coming from adults—some of whom are women. “We talk about uplifting each other, yet it’s often easier to tear someone down for clicks.” She emphasized that people struggle to accept her evolution from girl to woman on her own terms.
“I won’t apologize for growing up,” she said firmly. “I won’t shrink myself to meet unrealistic expectations. It seems like people prefer to criticize than to compliment. Why is that?” Millie urged for a change, advocating that everyone deserves to grow up free of judgment.
Her message resonated with many, including fellow actors. Sarah Jessica Parker supported her with pride, and Matthew Modine, her co-star from Stranger Things, praised her strength. Sharon Stone echoed these sentiments, stressing the importance of owning one’s identity against a backdrop of negative media.
Aaron Paul called Millie a beautiful example of grace, while Mckenna Grace, another young actress facing similar pressures, thanked Millie for her articulate message against critique.
As she promotes her new film, Electric State, alongside Chris Pratt, Millie is also reflecting on the end of Stranger Things. In her farewell speech, she conveyed deep affection for her cast and crew, saying, “I love each and every one of you and I’ll forever carry the memories we’ve created together.”
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