Stranger Things Star Millie Bobby Brown Reveals Her True Middle Name Wasn't 'Bobby'

Millie Bobby Brown, the beloved star of Netflix's 'Stranger Things,' has revealed that her middle name has always been Bonnie, not Bobby, as many believed. In a chat with her 'Electric State' co-star Chris Pratt for Buzzfeed, the 21-year-old actress admitted her stage name was a playful tweak she made "for s---s and giggles." Honestly, who knew creating a Hollywood persona could be this cheeky?

Brown explained, "My middle name is Bonnie," prompting Pratt to quip, "Millie Bobby Bonnie Brown?" She quickly clarified, "No Bobby, it’s Millie Bonnie Brown." The actress went on to say she’d never publicly disclosed this detail before, adding, "You heard it here first!" Clearly, this was one of the rare moments when Hollywood secrets spill out casually.

Her decision to go by 'Bobby' instead of Bonnie is rumored to be a tribute to her father, Robert Brown, who, along with her mother Kelly Brown, has been instrumental in supporting her career. Millie shot to stardom at just 12 years old with her role as Eleven in 'Stranger Things,' proving that talent runs deep in the Brown household.

Brown and Pratt are currently promoting their Netflix film 'Electric State,' directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, famed for their work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The movie boasts a stellar cast, including Ke Huy Quan, Jason Alexander, Woody Harrelson, and Stanley Tucci. If this isn’t a star-studded affair, I don’t know what is.

While Millie may have a lighthearted take on her name, she’s not so forgiving of critics who target her appearance. On Tuesday, the actress shared a video on Instagram addressing the derogatory headlines she's faced, making a strong statement against what she called "bullying disguised as journalism." Growing up in the public eye from age 10, Millie pointed out how unfairly some adults dissect her evolving looks, saying, "This isn’t journalism. This is bullying." Her words serve as a reminder that even Hollywood stars deserve respect as they navigate adulthood.

Last year, Millie added another name to her identity when she married Jake Bongiovi, son of rock legend Jon Bon Jovi. The couple exchanged vows in May 2024 after announcing their engagement in April 2023. Bon Jovi himself called their intimate family wedding "fantastic," affirming the pair’s happiness. Millie, in a Vanity Fair interview, explained the thoughtfulness behind marrying young, citing shared values and mutual understanding as their foundation.

As Brown continues to juggle her flourishing career, personal life, and advocacy against unfair criticism, one thing’s clear: whether she’s Millie Bobby, Bonnie, or Bongiovi, she’s unapologetically herself.