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Millie Bobby Brown Mentors Young 'Stranger Things' Stars
8 Nov
Summary
- Millie Bobby Brown welcomed new child stars to 'Stranger Things' Season 5
- Newcomer Jake Connelly says Brown gave him advice and support
- Brown told Connelly she was his age when she started the show
In the lead-up to the highly anticipated fifth season of "Stranger Things," veteran actress Millie Bobby Brown has stepped up to mentor the show's newest young stars. Newcomer Jake Connelly, who will play the role of Derek Turnbow in the upcoming season, recently shared that Brown was instrumental in welcoming him to the "Stranger Things" family.
Connelly, who was born in 2012, recalls that during one of the first table reads, Brown invited him to her trailer to offer guidance and support. "She said, 'Oh yeah, we were all your age when we started. If you ever need anything, you can just call us,'" Connelly told TheWrap. The 13-year-old actor, who has been a fan of the show for years, was grateful for Brown's mentorship, describing her as a valuable on-set resource.
As the "Stranger Things" cast continues to evolve, with several new child actors joining the ensemble, Brown's leadership and experience have proven invaluable. Connelly, who describes his character Derek as a "bully" with a good heart, is just one of the young talents set to make their mark in the show's fifth and final season.
