The “Stranger Things” star has officially entered a new chapter of her life. Millie Bobby Brown, 21, and her husband Jake Bongiovi, 23, have welcomed their first child together through adoption, sharing the joyful news on Instagram Thursday.
“This summer we welcomed our sweet baby girl through adoption. We are beyond excited to embark on this beautiful next chapter of parenthood in both peace and privacy,” the couple announced in a joint post. “And then there were 3.”
A Love Story That Started on Instagram
Brown and Bongiovi’s romance began in the most millennial way possible – through social media. After Bongiovi shared a selfie with the actress in June 2021, sparking dating rumors, the pair revealed they initially connected on Instagram and “were friends for a bit” before their relationship blossomed.
Their whirlwind romance culminated in a secret wedding in May 2024, followed by a stunning celebration at Villa Cetinale in Italy with family and friends, including Bongiovi’s famous father, Jon Bon Jovi. “Forever and always, your wife,” Brown captioned photos from their Italian nuptials, showcasing her two breathtaking bridal gowns.
Dreams of Parenthood Come True
Brown has been vocal about her desire to become a young mother, following in her own mother’s footsteps. During a March appearance on the “Smartless” podcast, she revealed her lifelong maternal instincts: “Since I was a baby, I told my mom, like, baby dolls. I wanted to be a mom just like the way my mom was to me.”
The actress, whose mother had her first child at 21, emphasized that adoption was always part of her family planning vision. “For me, I don’t see having your own child as really any different as in adopting,” she shared, explaining that both she and Jake come from families of four children and plan to have a large family themselves.
Balancing Career and Family
Despite her young age, Brown has thoughtfully considered how to balance her thriving career with motherhood. While she’s focused on “establishing myself as an actor and as a producer,” she’s made it clear that family remains her top priority. Her husband supported this timeline, insisting they marry before starting their family.
With the arrival of their daughter, Brown and Bongiovi are embracing this new adventure with the same privacy and intentionality that has characterized their relationship. As they begin their journey as a family of three, the couple is proving that love, commitment, and dreams of parenthood can create something beautiful at any age.
