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Millie Bobby Brown: My Childhood Was Filmed, Not Lived
30 Jun
Summary
- Brown feels disconnected from peers due to early fame and career.
- She missed traditional socialization and childhood experiences.
- Her husband, Jake Bongiovi, is helping her embrace a social era.
Millie Bobby Brown has expressed that her immersion in the entertainment industry from a young age has created a disconnect with her peers.
Appearing on a podcast in late June 2026, Brown, 22, explained that her acting career prevented her from experiencing typical childhood milestones, particularly socialization.
She noted that growing up on sets like Stranger Things, surrounded by older male crew members, meant her conversations often revolved around technical aspects of filmmaking rather than age-appropriate topics.
This experience has made it difficult for her to relate to people her own age regarding common social interests.
However, Brown is now focusing on her social life, particularly since meeting her husband, Jake Bongiovi, whom she described as a "social butterfly."
The couple, who married in May 2024, welcomed a daughter via adoption in August 2025, marking a new chapter in their lives.
