Millie Bobby Brown Celebrates 22nd Birthday with Family, Husband and Stranger Things Co-Stars
Hollywood actress Millie Bobby Brown marked a milestone this week, celebrating her 22nd birthday with a mix of intimate family moments, heartfelt social media tributes and an evening out with close friends and co-stars in New York City. The uplifting celebrations came as the Stranger Things alum reflects on her personal and professional journey at a pivotal time in her life and career.
Brown, who rose to global fame as Eleven in Stranger Things, shared a rare and touching photo on her Instagram account on Thursday — the eve of her birthday — appearing alongside her adopted daughter in a cozy beach snapshot. In the caption, she wrote, “22. grateful for my husband and daughter. for my family and friends. all of my animals. I am so blessed. thank you for the birthday wishes.”
A Family-First Personal Celebration
The birthday tribute offered one of the clearest glimpses yet of Brown’s life as a young mother. She and her husband, actor Jake Bongiovi, adopted their first child in the summer of 2025, a development they have largely kept private until now. Brown’s beach photo with her daughter — clad in coordinated casual outfits — captured a serene, reflective moment that resonated with fans and followers.
Bongiovi also took to social media to celebrate his wife, sending warm birthday messages and reinforcing the couple’s close bond as they navigate parenthood and their respective careers.
Birthday Night Out in New York City
On Feb. 20, a day after her actual birthday on Feb. 19, Brown and Bongiovi hosted a cozy birthday dinner at Maison Close Restaurant in New York City, surrounded by family and a few notable faces from her professional life. Among the guests was her longtime Stranger Things co-star David Harbour, who has played her on-screen father, Jim Hopper, throughout the series.
Harbour’s presence drew attention as it came months after media reports last year about alleged tensions on the set of Stranger Things. Brown later addressed those reports publicly, describing her working relationship with Harbour as strong and affirming that they had been close for many years.
Also in attendance were director Shawn Levy, actor Jamie Campbell Bower and other friends from Brown’s circle, adding to the celebratory atmosphere as the group enjoyed music, food and camaraderie late into the night.
Old Friends and Heartfelt Messages
In addition to her family and co-stars, Brown received an outpouring of birthday wishes from fellow Stranger Things alum Noah Schnapp, who marked the occasion on social media with a heartfelt message referring to Brown as his “superhero twin” and praising their long friendship.
The messages underscored how long Brown has been in the public eye, having debuted on Stranger Things at a young age and since evolving into a multifaceted entertainer with roles in films like Enola Holmes and Damsel, as well as entrepreneurial ventures in beauty and fashion.
Looking Ahead
At 22, Brown is navigating both professional milestones and personal growth. Her birthday celebrations — from the emotional family tribute to the festive dinner with close friends and collaborators — highlighted not only her success on screen but also her grounded approach to life off camera.
With a major Netflix series finale and ongoing creative projects on the horizon, Brown’s 22nd year promises to be a defining chapter in her career and personal story.
