Millie Bobby Brown is making headlines again, not only for her captivating performances but also for a significant personal milestone. The acclaimed actress recently introduced her new married name, Millie Bobby Brown Bongiovi, in a creative post from the set of the much-anticipated fifth and final season of Stranger Things.
On a vibrant Sunday, August 11, Brown took to social media to share a series of images that gave her followers a glimpse into her life on set and her new identity. Among the intriguing snapshots was a blackboard conspicuously displaying "Millie Bobby Brown Bongiovi," signifying her new chapter after marrying Jake Bongiovi in May 2024. Jake, 22, is notably the son of rock legend Jon Bon Jovi and his wife, Dorothea Hurley, adding a touch of musical legacy to Brown's already illustrious career.
The post not only celebrated her nuptial bliss but also teased fans with snippets from the upcoming season. Brown appeared in character as Eleven, complete with the iconic goggles and a staged nosebleed, a nod to her character's intense psychic abilities. The carousel also featured a casual shot of a dog lounging on set, reflecting the behind-the-scenes camaraderie, and concluded with a haunting image of vines enveloping the ceiling of a building in the eerie alternate dimension known as the Upside Down.
This sneak peek comes on the heels of Netflix's July release of first-look footage of Stranger Things Season 5, where series creator Ross Duffer shared insights from the production. "We're about halfway through filming now, and it's exciting," Duffer expressed in the behind-the-scenes reveal. He warmly welcomed viewers, "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Stranger Things season 5."
The journey to this final season has been filled with anticipation and nostalgia. In February 2022, Matt and Ross Duffer, the twin brothers behind the series, announced that the fourth season would be the penultimate chapter. They explained, "Seven years ago, we planned out the complete story arc for Stranger Things. At the time, we predicted the story would last four to five seasons." The narrative expanded, and now, as the Duffer brothers noted, "It proved too large to tell in four, but – as you'll soon see for yourselves – we are now hurling toward our finale."
Adding to the excitement, Netflix announced in June 2023 that Linda Hamilton, famed for her role in the Terminator series, would be joining the cast for the show's climactic conclusion. This casting choice promises to add a new layer of intensity to the already thrilling series.
As Stranger Things draws to a close, fans are eager to see how the tales of Hawkins, Indiana, will conclude. With new characters, evolving storylines, and Millie Bobby Brown at the helm in her evolved role, both on-screen and off, the final season is poised to be a memorable culmination of the beloved series. As Brown steps into this concluding chapter with a new name and the same remarkable talent, the excitement among the series' faithful audience is palpable.