
Join Alex in the studio for an interview with Millie Bobby Brown. Millie breaks down the bold move that started her relationship, tells some fun behind the scenes Stranger Things stories, and reveals what farm life is really like. She then spills the tea about her wedding and discusses her elaborate choreographed first dance, six minute vows, love of planning, and all her favorite moments in between. Enjoy!
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Millie Bobby Brown
What is up, Daddy gang?
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Millie Bobby Brown
Millie Bobby Brown welcome to Call Her Daddy.
I cannot. I'm so excited.
You look so major right now. Tell me about this outfit.
Okay, so this is Florence by Mills. This is my company. This is a T shirt. These pants belong to Pamela Anderson.
You're lying.
I'm not lying. She gave me these pants for the press tour and they fit and they. And I. I just couldn't really even believe that she. Yeah, she gave them to me.
Wait, did she just like randomly reach out and be like.
No. So the whole like the whole film Electric State is based in in the 90s. So I was like, okay, everything I want everything I really wear in this press tour to be 90s archive. So I was like, who were the like the major blondes in the 90s, like. And I was like, okay, Hammy. So I. We found it. Like, I had a mutual with her. Apparently they say you're five degrees from every, you know, that thing. Yeah, yeah. So I was like, I must know someone who knows her. Ended up getting in touc with her and she was like, oh, let me just look in my closet and I'll pull some stuff for you. And she pulled me a whole rack of clothes that were just like unbelievable. Like, these dresses were. They're timeless. That they were ridiculous. And these pants were a part of it. And I was like, call her daddy.
Without a doubt, call her daddy. The fact that you're wearing Pam Anderson pants and you look like this today, I'm like, it's going to be a good fudgeing morning.
It's going to be a great morning.
I think this is the earliest I've ever done an interview on Call Her Daddy.
Really?
Everyone's always like, oh, can we do it late night? Like, I think Megan Fox and I did it at legit 10 o'clock at night.
So you're like, do you feel like you do better in the morning or at night? Like, do you feel like you.
I don't know. You let me know.
Okay, okay. Okay. You know, like, and I'm not like, I listen to every episode.
Alex Cooper
I love you.
Millie Bobby Brown
Like, Jake, Jake, my husband. We. I'm on the drive and Jake's like, put the next episode on Chelsea. So I just recently listened to the Chelsea Handler one. I was in bed and my husband's like, what are you doing? I was crying in fits like, you trying to keep a straight face while she's telling the most absurd stories. I loved that episode so much.
Thank you. She is like one of one. I feel like she's like my older sister when I sit down with her.
Yeah.
And it's crazy because I don't know if you've ever had this moment, but like, in your career. But like, I looked up to Chelsea so much. I watched her on late night. Like, she. When I was like sitting in my house in Pennsylvania wanting to make it like, she was the person that I looked up to. So to now be like, friends with her, I'm like, what is life like? Have you ever met a celebrity where you're like, I can't believe I'm. I guess your Pam Anderson moment.
Yeah. I mean, yeah. I mean, hopefully one day we can actually be like real, real friends. Like, that would be epic. I don't know. I think I feel that way. I Guess. Gosh, that's really, that's really tough. I'm friends with Ray, who is like the most iconic singer of all time. And she, I sometimes think like, wow, like, I can't believe I'm friends with her. She's just such a cool. Yeah, she's such a cool girl. And Tom Cruise, but that's so casual.
So casual.
But like, yeah, he's just like, he's like epic. Because I love stunts, I love doing my own stunts. So he is like a huge, huge inspiration to me because he does of course all his own stunts. So for me, like, he is like, I love, I love kind of being the girl, the girl version.
Just so casual. Your life.
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Millie Bobby Brown
App, can you talk to me about how you ended up living on a farm in Georgia? Like, what? This is not giving farm girl. This is not.
No, no, no, this is not. This is definitely not my day to day. I moved to Atlanta to film Stranger Things, and then that was like. That was 10 years ago. So then we filmed Stranger Things there, and my parents didn't want me to stay or live in la. They didn't want to live in la. They really wanted to kind of shelter me from the society out here, just because it can be overwhelming for child actors. So they kept me in Georgia, and then I lived with them up until I was 18. But then at that point, I had, like, two dogs in my room and a rabbit. And they were like, no more animals. And I was like, that's gonna be a problem. So I ended up moving. I bought a house right next to them. So I have a house next to them in London, a house next to them in Georgia. So I live across the street. But I do live. I live on a farm next to them.
Okay, take me through how many animals you now have that you're like, goodbye, parents. Hello, my own farm. How many animals? And can you name them all?
Yes, yes. I have. So I have 25 farm animals. So that's like the goats, Cardi B, Slick Rick, Eminem. I have Frank, I have Betty. Like, they're all named. So the donkeys are like bee names. The cows, Barnaby, Bessie. So they're all just like that. I do kind of think, like, what name do I? And then I've realized I've named them all after names I actually really like for kids names. Like, so it's like, I am like, Winnie. Like, my dog Winnie. I love that name for a kid. Like, I wish I. But I cannot, Because Winnie's truly ruined the name. She's a psycho dog. She's the best dog ever. But, you know when you have the dog that's just, like, emotionally dependent on. On you.
Yes.
I'm like, I can't now name my child that I have Winnie. These are my dogs. So now I have 10 dogs. What? So 25 animals live outside. Then I have 10 dogs that live inside four cats. And then I have 23 dogs that live outside, but in a sanctuary, in a rescue building that's outside my house that I built to save stray dogs.
How many of these animals are sleeping in bed with you at night?
Okay, so it actually became a problem. It was on Electric State where Jake said, like, no, more like mil. Like, it's becoming, it's becoming a real issue. We were like, in the car, and he was like, I can't anymore. And I was like, this is actually an argument we're gonna have right now. Because I was like, I love having all of my dogs in bed with me, but when he's away, I have all the dogs in bed with me.
But it's like a party.
But we've. Now it's only Winnie. Like, it's only Winnie in bed. And I'm, yeah, livid about it, but.
I'm picturing Jake leaving on a trip and you, like, whistle and they all run into your room.
The Rottweiler, the great. They're all in. I have a Great Dane, Barbie, which I named her Barbie before Barbie was a thing and everybody was like, oh, my God, such a cute name. And I was like, I hopped on that train a lot. A lot. Yeah, I was right. I love that name so much. But I have to say Barbie to Americans because they go, bobby. And I'm like, no, it's Barbie. And then they're like, Barbie. And I'm like, barbie. It's the most annoying thing ever. So, yeah, no, I have, oh, my gosh, an abundance of animals.
I'm obsessed. Obsessed that you have a Great Dane. Like, you like, so little, and then you just have this dog, Ginormous. I see people online are saying that you're in your trad wife era. What is your take on that?
I, I, I get it. Like, I understand, like, why they would say that. Because, like, I am, I am actually, like, I have chickens. I get the eggs. Like, I, I know what it looks like from afar, except I could not be. And I did get married young. Like, it's all, it's all really veering in that direction, except, like, like, I am, like, you know, I am a really, like, you know, I don't know, I. I love my job. I love being untraditional and unconventional in so many ways of my life. But I don't think, like, yeah, like, me just being. I just think I'm. I love being on a farm, and Jake does too. So, like, that would then make him a trad husband. I don't know.
Oh, I love that for Jake, you know?
Like, I don't know what that means.
I want to just say also, I was thinking about it. Like, I. I think it also depends on where you're at in your life. Like, I was cooking on Sunday. I cooked for my husband. I was like, I am a trad wife through and through.
Yeah.
Because I never cook, so I also think it's like that every night. You cook every night?
I cook every night. Yeah. This is the problem. I know.
Oh, you're full trad wife.
I cook every night. I love cooking. Like, cooking is like. That's where I find, like, I can put all my anxiety into cooking, and I'm really. I'm really good.
What is your go to dish? What is Jake like? Give it to me.
He loves. I make steak frites. I make paella. I make. I make roast dinner, which is like an English like. Like, Thanksgiving dinner, but I make that every Sunday. Yeah. Like, I do take my cooking very serious. I make. We do, like, like, a taco Tuesday night. We do. I make the. Every Sunday. I make what the next week looks like.
Alex Cooper
She's meal prepping.
Millie Bobby Brown
She's meal prep.
The only thing I do not. I cannot. I hate going grocery shopping. I always, like, that is something I really.
Yeah, that's fair.
Yeah.
Okay. I want to get to know you a little better today, so I'm gonna ask you some questions, and you're just gonna answer first thing that comes to your mind, and then we can discuss.
All right.
If you could be cast into any reality TV show, which would you choose?
The secret lives of Mongols. I just finished that. I'm obsessed. I cannot with that show.
Picturing you. That is.
I know. I just feel like, yeah, no, that show is epic. I just finished Love. Are you a Love island girl?
I am so Love island through and through. And I feel like anytime someone would ask me this, I'm like, I'm married. But my answers would always be like, love island versions.
Yeah.
And I'm like, I'm married, but I. That's all I watch. It's like, yeah, loved ones.
Yeah, I know. I. And I also think I would be voted out immediately. I'd probably be so boring. Because I hate drama. So, like, if I'm in, I just immediately, like, retreat. Like. I know, but you're a bombshell. I'm a blonde bombshell. No, I know. We. I actually just was in Turks and Caicos with all my friends, and we played Love Island. Like, but as if it was like. Like, as if it was like murder mystery. Like, we all had different characters. It was so fun. Jake and I, like, immediately coupled up together. I was like. He was doing an English accent. It was epic. It was so epic. But I was like, that's the closest thing I'll ever get to being in Love Island.
Wait, can we talk about your blonde hair?
Yeah.
Are you feeling like this is, like an alter ego? Like, what's the vibe?
You know what? I've been blonde before. I don't. People are, like, so shocked about it. The only difference. Because in Electric State, I was blonde, but the only difference is that we did go to my roots, so I am now platinum, platinum blonde. Whereas before, I was leaving out quite a lot of my darkness, and I'm naturally quite dark. But, yeah, I think, yeah. Jake's like, you look totally different to me, and so does my dad. I sat in the chair for 13 hours getting my hair done. Walk into the room. My dad's like, oh. I was like, that is not. No, dad.
I'm going to do this again.
I know. One more time. And this time I'm going to need a gasp. I'm going to need an applause. But no, I just think I look really different to what people are usually seeing me as. But it's so fun.
It's so fun. Okay. Sabrina Carpenter arrested you at her Atlanta show.
Yeah.
But if you really went to jail, what do you think it would be for?
Oh, like, having too many dogs or something terrible. Like, there would be, like, Millie. It's just too many dogs. No. Maybe, like, maybe like, in, like, trying to, like, like, I have been in situations where if I feel like dogs are being mistreated, like, I would. You're going steal a dog? Yeah, if I needed to. Like, if I felt a dog was being mistreated, I think I'd probably just saving a dog. Like, in general, that would be what I go otherwise, Like, I am. I am. You have no idea. This is what leads back into the trap. I am so, like, straight and narrow. Like, do not.
You're following rules ever.
Yeah, I'm. I follow every single rule. I am a rule follower.
I love that for you.
Yeah.
Okay. What is something the Brits do better than Americans.
Gosh, this is interesting. I don't want to get in trouble. I would say. I. I think the banter is just a lot better. I do love America. Like, I do. Like, my, like, my husband, his friends, my friends here in the States, like, and even Jake's family, like, have great banter. So I'm not taking that. They do have really good banter. And actually Americans can have quite, like, English banter, but my family is just. It's another level.
We watch it on Love Island. Yeah, like, you watch the difference. US just had its best season yet. It still doesn't compare to the banter. The drama is great.
The drama here is so much better. Yeah, but in. In England, the banters unmatched the banter.
Okay, what is something random that pisses you off?
Oh, I mean, what pisses you off? Like, like, what random are we talking here?
Like, depends how gossipy we want to get. I'm like, when someone lies to my face. And you can. I can kind of tell when someone's lying. Same because you know when they, like, do that clench jaw thing where you're like, no, you're fully lying to my face. But I. That am bad at being confrontational.
Right. So I'm like, really good at being conversational. You are. See, that's the thing. I don't like drama. But if you, like, come at me with something, I am. I will confront you. Because I just feel like I'm not the kind. I'm not the kind. If you met my mum. We are not the kind of family that, like, takes, like, we will just tell you right then and there. Like, we don't wait a couple days to simmer. We're like, no, no, no. This is. You wait.
I need to get so much better at that because I wait and then I, like, ruminate on it and I'm thinking about it and then I'm like.
And then you question if you're in the wrong. No, you can't have time. No time for that. No, you have to be like, no, these are the facts. And also, I never. I never want to forget, you know, when they're like, but when what happened? And I forget, I want to know right in the moment. So for me, yeah, I don't like, maybe what pisses me off. I. I mean, obviously lying is so annoying. And I'm an actor, so I can also see when people lie. Like, I can see when people are fibbing. But I would say, gosh, maybe just like when people. When people like, but this is. This, this Makes me not just pissed off. This makes me, like, leave a room. Cut. Like, I don't see you. Really? This is, like, loud. Loud. Slurping loud, chewing loud. Anything like that, I cannot bear. Like, it hurts me. It really, really hurts me. It sends shivers down my spine. Like, that bad.
Oh, wait, do you have tick Tock?
No.
Oh, good for you. Because I was gonna say. What are you doing? Do you ever go on, like, YouTube where people do eating videos?
No.
Ever?
No, I couldn't do that. I mean, I was watching a show the other day. I'm not even gonna say what show it was, but I was watching a show and I was in bed and he was eating, and I went, disgusting, disgusting. Put on mute. Put on mute. I couldn't. Jake was like, calm down. I was like, I can't. Why would he eat like that on a show?
Do you get grossed out by your own eating?
No, but that's. This is the problem. I'm deaf in one ear, so when I chew, I can't hear anything else. But, like, I can't hear anything. So if I'm in a room with someone chewing, I eat something really loud so I can't hear them.
Interesting.
Yeah.
Do you have Jake sit on your. The side you can't hear when you're having date night?
No. No. Actually, he already likes to sit next to each other on date night. He doesn't sit opposite. What about your opposite?
Depends on the seating. Like, if it's a booth situation. I love a corner booth. So we can both be in there and we're people watching.
Alex Cooper
Yes.
Millie Bobby Brown
And we're like, look at those freaks. Look at that person. They look like they're breaking up. They look like they're lucky. I love that sometimes we'll be across from each other. You're next to each other.
Yeah. No, but he. He. I'm not like. I'm. I'm just. I'm just kind of bad enough where, like, things are just, like, very, very, like, muffled underwater to me. I miss things. He says. He calls it selective hearing. I disagree. But. But I miss, like, action. And cut. Like, I do miss very important things in my life, like, because I can't hear. It's great. It's. Yeah. I was born with it, and I just. They've never. They kind of gave up. She said she's broken.
Let's talk about you growing up. Okay. Obviously, you got your big break on Stranger Things. We need a little behind the scenes. You have the biggest fandom. Obviously, people will forever love the show. Can you share like, like any funny or chaotic story that just like, happened behind the scenes that we weren't privy to as fans that you can just give us a little anything.
I mean, honestly, there was like, as much as it. You know what, we grew up on the show and we were so young that, like, we had so much fun as kids. Like, I will say that, like, we, as much as we worked and like, we had. Our schedules were crazy. Us kids, we were. We stuck together like glue. We did everything together. We laughed, like, all the time. Like, I just, I look back on those memories and we did just have so much fun. Like, Noah and I once. It was season three. Noah Schnepp, he and I were the youngest, so we stuck together really close because we were silly. Like, the old. Like, the other kids, they were older. They, they, they weren't. Like, we were really silly. Like, we would pull faces, make noise, do, like the fart jokes. Like, we were the nightmares of the group. Group. And understandably. But we once all the teachers were on lunch and we. And this is where I don't. I wasn't doing a rule following thing. I. We TP'd the whole classroom and then we hid all of the teachers. Computers, like, and like, and, and. And then we hid in the closet of, of the classroom. And when the teachers came in, they couldn't find, they couldn't find anything. The other kids were like, what happened in here? They're on the radio like, where's Millie and Noah? We need to get them on set. And we were just, just hysterical in the closet. And I just look back on those memories. Be like, you have to do that. Like, weren't you. Like, weren't you like. Yeah, like, my husband's like, he used to tp, like with his siblings, like, before, like at Halloween. Yes. I wasn't doing any of that. I wasn't allowed to. So just like those moments you look back and you go, we were so silly.
No, that is so cute. Because I agree. It's like, that is the stuff that I was doing around my neighborhood when, like, kids would be like, TPing trees and everyone's like, oh, my God, we're gonna get in so much trouble. It's like.
But then when we came out, the teachers were belly laughing at us and ladies were rolling their eyes because they're like, of course they would do that. And they took pictures. And we took pictures, like, in the TP classroom and all the kids were like, you guys are nuts. And we knew it.
Wait, that's cute. Okay. Who on the cast is most likely to make someone laugh during a scene?
Oh, gosh. I mean, for me, personally, like, Noni makes, like, Winona makes me laugh. Like, because she's just so. She's so wholesome sometimes. Like, she. And, like, I just. She makes me chuckle. And she knows she does. Like, so I think her or. Or Noah. Like, Noah knows how to get. Like, Noah knows my weakness because Noah will, like, do the silly. We make fun of each other's, like, poses. So, like, in Stranger Things, he always does, like, he always feels the demogorgon. And, like, he always goes like. And I will do it with him behind the camera to sabotage him. And then he does the. Say. He'll be like. And I'm like. And like, we just. We sabotage each other. Like, what can we use? Like, that's what we do. That. And then, like, he knows my weaknesses, but they all make me laugh. Honestly, like, I am easily the one to break for sure.
Cute. Okay, who gives the best advice?
Oh, my gosh. Winona.
Who does their own stunts?
Me. I. From. I don't know. I don't like, especially. I do my own stunts. I do all of them. Yeah.
Who do you think is most likely to have the craziest fan interaction?
Finn. Finn. I think Finn. Finn is just so, like. Like, he's just so, like, he's so funny, and I feel like. I feel like his fans also are a little bit more like, you know, he has a huge following because he's Mike. Like, people love him. Like, I know even. So many of my, like, girlfriends growing up were like, Finn basically posters on the wall. So I think he probably would have. I do have some. Some weird experiences, but I think him maybe the most. I don't know.
I was gonna say, I feel like you've had what is, like, one of your weirder fan interactions that you've had in your life.
Life. One time I had a man bring me at an event, a coffin with a doll of me in it, and I was like, oh, so cute.
That's like, your people pleasing tendency.
I know, I know. Because I was like, I'm not gonna. Like, I was like, oh, my gosh, that's so. That's so cool. And you worked so hard on it, and I was. And then he wanted to give it to me, and I was like, no, no, no, I'm okay. I don't want to take that with me. Me. So I signed it, and then I gave it back to him. Millie, I'm trying to help. You know, I don't want to make him feel bad.
Those are the moments in life where, like, I. I have so much respect. When you watch those videos of, like, a celebrity getting just, like, cornered and in that moment, there's no right way to handle that. And probably if someone wasn't being filmed like a normal person, be like, what the fuck are you doing?
Yeah, but you're like, this is so hard on that. No, I know.
I'm obsessed.
Yeah, I know.
Okay, you obviously had to shave your head the first season. How did you feel about that?
I honestly did not. Did not care. Like, like, and I'm saying that, like, Like, I really did not care. I didn't have anxiety. I wasn't sad when they shaved it off. I just thought, cool, like, now this is what I'm doing. Like, I think. I think it started to hit me months and months in where, like, you get at that age where you're 11 now and you're. You're shaving it consecutively every three days because it cannot grow past a certain length because we're filming. So contin wise, you are shaving it. So every time it started to grow and I'd get excited, it'd be like, we'd shave it again. So I think it became to the point where I was like, like 12. 11 or 12, where I was like, the boys started liking girls and I. And I was kind of like, maybe, why are boys not liking me? And then I was like, oh, I'm feeling, like, insecure now. So then I would put wigs on and I got. I did get really, really, like, bullied, like, in public. People would, like, make comments and stuff. But I honestly, I still, to this day, like, loved the experience. And I would do it again. Like, I always tell Jake, like, for my first baby, I want to shave my hair off. Like, I don't know, I just feel like such. It was really limit, like, liberating. Would suggest it for anyone, any girl.
Wait, so you're saying if you. When you have your first child, you would shave your head?
Yeah.
Like, when you have the child or.
When you're like, right, like, maybe like, right before I'm about to give birth. Because I just think, like, hair is such. Such a ordeal anyway to deal with, like, why I'm gonna, like, nurture my child, why, like, deal with my hair? And I think it's such a liberating experience. Like, to be a woman is. Is. And I felt like I had that experience as a girl, but I'd like to have that experience as a Woman.
That's pretty incredible that even you saying like, you experienced bullying from it. You did it at a young age. But now I feel like to hear someone own something that they were shamed for and made fun of and be like, oh, I do it again. Like, that's. How do you think you got though, to that point from being. Being like insecure about it at one point to now wanting to almost like relive the feelings and experience again?
Yeah, I just don't. I just don't allow like outside noise to influence something that meant so much to me at that time. Like that it. I did love it. Like, I would go home and my mum and dad like always supported me, always hyped me up, told me I looked amazing and like, so that it was a fantastic experience is when I stepped out my door when I felt like people were making me question if it was looked good or not. Like they did, but they didn't infiltrate like my front door, you know, those. That noise didn't. So for me, like, and I know I'm in a much stronger place now like that I could deal with that noise. I don't care. Like, I deal with it every single day. So for me I'm like, that's nothing.
Even you talking about that though, Millie of like starting at 10, then having this experience where people were so fixated on like what you were looking like and your hair. And then you start to mature and become a young woman. And I feel like it was obvious for so long that you were so hyper sexualized in media. Everyone was so fascinated as you were growing up.
Yeah.
How do you think that impacted the way that you approached romantic relationships as you started to like, become a young woman?
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Millie Bobby Brown
You were so hyper sexualized in media. Everyone was so fascinated as you were growing up.
Yeah.
How do you think that impacted the way that you approached romantic relationships as you started to like become a young woman?
Yeah, honestly, I think it's again like my parents put me like when we lived in Georgia. So I didn't like when I was like talking to boys, it was usually like either people in the industry or like, like that's kind of the only way. I didn't go to school, I didn't go to parties. So I didn't meet any. It was mostly online. Like I, I like that's kind of where I was like, oh, that boy's cute. But like, I don't know, like maybe, and maybe one day I'll meet him and then I, you know, and that's kind of how that happened. It was never like I dropped my coffee and met, you know, a guy. Like that just wasn't the case to me. So I was like, kind of. I, I never got to meet anyone. Everything was very monitored.
Yeah.
In terms of when I met a.
Boy, I feel like every time I've sat down with anyone that was a child actor, they talk a lot about like, like how normalized it was. Like you kind of mentioned like you're around adults all day. Like you were fortunate to have a pretty big cast of like younger kids, but you're interacting in like a pretty adult way. Like do you ever look back and be like, oh my God, I became so used to maybe like interactions with adults that weren't as normal for young kids.
100%. I 100% agree with you like that. That's, that's something I again I actually just talked about it in my Vanity Fair cover. But like for me, yeah, I have trouble communicating even still with people my own age and I'm now 21 and I'm still like, okay, I can't. I. Sometimes I find it hard navigating conversations or finding things in common. And that I know is just due to like my lack of socialization with children. But I, if you put like a 60 year old woman in front of me, I, I could talk for maybe like four or five hours. Like that's. And I just, I grew up with people over the age of 30 all the time and now I can have a conversation with. Most of my friends basically are over 25.
Do you find that you are different? Like even me, like sitting with me, I'm just turned 30, like, like thinking about you interacting with me versus if you were interacting with like a six year old, do you think you would speak to us differently or like your vibe changes?
Yeah, no, I definitely think my vibe changes. Like I feel so comfortable talking to you. I have, I have a 30 year old sister, so we are like very close in the way. I, and I think also that has a lot to do with it. Like I have a 27 year old brother, a 30 year old sister, so we have very big age gap. So I grew up with a lot of adults in the house anyway, but I do have a 12 year old sister, so I do love kids. I, I grew up having a baby in the house, so for me, yeah, I do really connect with kids.
Alex Cooper
Yes.
Millie Bobby Brown
That it's, like, really, like, under 10. It's in between 10 and, like, 21. That I'm just like, I don't know what to talk to you about, and I'm really scared. I don't have TikToks. I really don't know what you're talking about. If you're, like, making a joke about something, that. That's where I love that for. That's where I struggle.
I love that for you, though, because you don't need to be on TikTok.
The other day, something was just said, oh, gosh. And my husband was like, millie. And it's just like, yeah. The golden white dress. Like, I'm. I'm just realizing what that is like. So that's where I'm at.
I love that for you. I actually think you should stay right there. Because the shit that fills our brains online, none of this is useful. None of it.
Yeah.
Okay. Let's talk about your relationship.
Okay.
You married Jake Bon Jovi. How did you guys meet?
We met through a mutual friend. My friend was going to college, where he was going to college, and I wound up getting his number but never actually called him. I was single and was just kind of like, I'll put it in my phone. I don't even know why I had it in my phone, but I just put it in my phone. She ended up not going to that college. So then they, like. But we were, like, all kind of like. I don't know. I. We wanted them to, like, be friends. And, like, I want. I really wanted her to find a group. And then we. It was four months later, and then I just came home from work, and I was in my room, and I thought, I'm just gonna cold call people.
Casual.
Yeah. I was like, I'm so bored. And the first person I cold called was him. And I was like, hi, my name's Millie. And he was like, hi, I'm Jake. And I was like. And the first thing I said, so. So, like, gross. I was like, are you single? And he was like, yes. And I was like, okay. And then I was like, where are you? And he was like, I'm at college. And he was at college at the time. And I was like, okay. I was like, I'm single, too. And he was like, great. Like. And he. We were friends for a while. Like, we text back and forth and called and we watched, like, shows on Zoom and stuff, like, together. But we. He did not flirt with me, like, once. Like, when I tell you I am really good When I can sense that, like, had no clue. And I said to my mum, you're gonna have to sit in on a conversation I have with him and tell me, are you getting that? Because I don't know if he's flirting with me or not. And I went down to my parents after a phone call one night. I said, he's either gonna be the maid of honor at my wedding or the groom. I don't know which one. It's like, I don't know. He's either gonna be my best friend or, like, my husband. I cannot tell. And she sat in on the conversation and she said, he isn't flying. You. Like, he isn't. Like, he doesn't show any signs of interest. And he was. He's just so respectful, like, so, like. And I. And basically one night I just said to him, I really like you, and I really don't want that to ruin our friendship because I really like our friendship, but I do really like you and I just want you to know. And then he was like, wow, you're so bold. And I was like, what do you mean? And then the next day he was like, I really like you too. We should. We shouldn't meet. And so we met. And then, like, the rest is history.
Men.
I know it took him that long, though, to be like, yeah, no, I do like you. I was like, wow, you're so. So bold. Had to fall asleep, wake up the next morning to thinking, oh, he actually despises me. To him being like, no, I do actually really like you.
Like, you falling asleep on zooms together. You're like, I don't need a best friend.
No, I know, but I'm glad you.
Thought it was all just, like, platonic at first.
Like, but he, again, he was like, just, he. That's him, like, through and through. Like, even, like, he's just that kind of guy. Like, he is so friendly, so nice to everyone. He could literally have a conversation with a brick wall. I cannot. So, like, I literally, like, cut to the chase. Do you like me? And he's like, wow, you're so bold. I know he's going to kill me for saying that, but that is the truth.
That, though, is, like, what I do love about that is I feel like on the other side, I've spoken to women about their, like, interactions with the guy at first, and it's like, there's something endearing when a guy is not like, the most, like, aggressive pursuer, because it just feels like you being the one that was like, hello, Yeah, I know.
Are you seeing what's happening here? We have a great connection. We're good friends. Like, and I knew his favorite color, like, favorite food, all the things before I met him. And then when I met him, I walked through the airport, and usually this is a huge ick for me. Like, just like men picking me up from an airport make me feel sick. Like, I can't. I refuse. I had. It's just, like, I've had bad experiences where they get me flowers and I'm like, I cannot interact with you ever again. It just freaks me out. I just think it's, like, weird. He picked me up and I was, like, in love. Like, I was like, oh, my God, you've broken the cycle. How have you broken the cycle, Billy?
This is the most random ick I have ever fucking heard from anyone on this show.
Don't see what I'm coming from. You don't see where I'm coming.
Actually. I can so see it, though.
Just standing there, waiting. I just can't. I can't bear it.
Now, in hindsight. I remember back in New York when I dated this guy.
Yeah.
He was there with, like, his little joggers on, and he was just standing. Oh, you're gonna drum it. We're both gonna throw up.
No, because if he had a little sign. No, no, no, no, no. Are you kidding me? I would have turned back into TSA and gone. Check me. Like, actually get me a boarding pass. Get me on the next plane, never speaking to you ever again. I'm sorry. I can't bear it. A sign, a sign. Are you a chauffeur? No. Like, actually, no way. No, I can't. I can't. I really can't.
So accurate, though, of them standing there. So he fully broke the cycle.
No, he actually did something even worse. He picked me up and spun me around, which, again, could add to my ick. And I loved every second of it. I was like, like, like loved it. I loved it so much. It was epic. But, yeah. No, I. Any other man that did that, I would have got him in a headlock. Yeah. No, absolutely not. So, you know, he broke the cycle. Thank God.
Oh, my God, Jake, we love that for you.
Yeah, No, I know.
Okay. I heard that the first time. Then Jake hung out with your family.
Yeah.
Is you went on an RV road trip, all of you together.
Yeah, I know what my family, if we. We don't like to fly anywhere, we like to drive. So we've literally, like, my whole life, we get in a car and we drive. We've driven from LA to Vancouver, we've driven from Florida to la. Like, we do road trips everywhere. So we go to the south a lot. Like, that's just like what we do. And it's kind of like his initiation. Like, if he can't pass that, then, like, you know, I mean, like, if you can't sit in a car and sing songs with my family, like, that's gonna be a huge issue. So I invited him to. On a family road trip. We got in an rv. He had never been in an RV before, which I was like, what, what do you mean you've never been an rv? Like, this is my favorite. We got in and he just fit right in. Like, my family were, like, kind of scared. They were like, we're gonna. We're gonna traumatize him for basically 16 hours. But he loved it. Like, he got out the gas station, brought us all snacks, we all sung songs and I. And then from then on, I was like, oh, if. My family. My dad, who, like, when we first met. When he first met my dad, my dad was driving to pick him up and I was mortified. I couldn't even believe we were all getting in a car together. Like, we picked him up from the airport and my dad stopped at the airport, like, side pickup. And as Jake's getting in, my dad started driving as he's getting in the car and I was like, dad, stop, dad, stop. And he, like hopped in and Jake, like, swung his hair back and was like, hey, Mr. Brown. And clothes so suave. Like, it was unbelievable how he, like, killed it. And I, like, looked him. I was like, dad, like, you didn't stop the bloody car. And, yeah, no, Jake killed it. And I. And I remember thinking, like, oh, if he's gotten through that, like, that's the hard part.
Not your dad being like, you know what? I'm going to keep it fucking.
I'm going to keep moving. Let's see how you get in.
Also, kind of baller that Jake was like, instead of just standing there like, wait, stop the car.
No, he got in and was like, hey, Mr. Brown. And I was like, oh, my dear God, get me out of this car. Not only have we picked you up from the airport, you're now meeting my father who hasn't stopped the car and. And you have all your luggage that we now have to get in the car while you're moving. I was like, I'm getting hot. And then we got in the. We. We. He walked in the house and my mum was Watching the Impossible. Like, the most. The saddest movie of all time, to which my mom is bawling her eyes out. Jake's like, hi, Mrs. Brown. And my. And like, my mum's like, call me Kelly. Call me Kelly. And I was like, oh. Oh, this is horrific. No, it was really bad in red.
No, I am. Thank you for sharing this because I'm, like, physically crying over here. The picture that you're painting is this, like, beautiful chaos. And then the RV trip. It is like you're a part of the family.
No. And, like, seriously, my parents. Like, when he went to bed that night, my parents looked at me and they were like, he is, like, fantastic. Like, we love him. And I was like, really? After everything you've put him through? Yeah, I think he is great. I think he. Are you joking me?
Wait, was it as crazy when you met his family?
No, no, no. They are so different. They are so, like, you know, everything's put together. My family, they were not watching the Impossible. They did stop the car when they picked me up. Like, it's very different. No, they're just like, the sweetest. Like, we had dinner, we talked, and I was really nervous to meet them. Of course. Like, of course you don't. You don't. You never know know what's gonna happen if they're gonna like me. But yeah, I was just. I'm very, like. I try to keep. I don't want to, like, you know, catfish you. So I'm gonna show you who I am, like, to. From the very beginning, you know? So I am like, I am crazy and nuts and fun. But, like, yeah, I think they really liked me at the very beginning, and it was like getting to know each other and really, like, talking out everything. And I think they saw how much Jake liked me. So I think, yeah, they. They got to see that. Whereas my parents like to be in the relationship and they're very much like, let's all go out together. Let's all go on vacation. You're like, mom, no, but I do love having them around. Like, they are so, like, my husband will be like, mel, let's go out to dinner with them. And I'm like, we haven't been out to dinner, you and I. They're like. They're so funny and they get, like, toothpicks stuck in their teeth at dinner. Like, they're just. That. They're just. They're those people. Yeah, they're those.
When did you realize, like, okay, I really actually see a future with Jake.
I guess we. We've been together for four years. So I guess maybe like when we moved in together and I saw like we had dogs together and we were taking care of our animals and we started living this like, day to day life, I thought, oh, I really don't think I could ever see you, like, as anything else. Like, I really want. I don't want to be with anyone else ever again. I don't want a day. I don't want to meet anyone. Like, I want you. And. And I think when we started talking about politics and how we want to raise our kids and like, we started talking about really, really bigger things that I've never spoken, obviously never spoken about. And I'm already very young, so I've never spoken about that with like, boys anyway. But to be able to even think about those things, I was like, shit. Like, okay, maybe I do want to be with you forever. But I obviously didn't know if he felt that way. Like, we talked about marriage, but I didn't know really when it was going to be. And then when he proposed, I was like, it makes sense. Everything aligns. And his parents got married really young. They're high school sweethearts. My parents got married really young. They got married when they went. Well, they met when they were 19, so they're just their love story. So we had just really young marriages. We had really great role models growing up, so we didn't see any different. We didn't get jaded by all the other stuff because I feel like that's.
I'm sure people have asked you. Oh, did you ever consider waiting or were you nervous? Get married young. But I think when you grow up and you have like a really good example in front of you, you just.
Don'T see anything else.
Exactly.
Yeah.
Okay, we're gonna play who's more likely to.
Okay.
Are you ready?
Yeah.
Okay. Who is more likely to plan a.
Surprise date night out of Jake and I? Me.
Really? What's your ideal date night?
Like, I filled like the back of a pickup truck with like duvets and like, I got snacks and candles and we like, like, yeah, we like watch TV and we talked and I had little picnics. So, like, that, that, that stuff is my vibe. Yeah.
Love. Who is more likely to do something embarrassing in public?
Me.
If you look back, most cringe moment where you're like, do not show me that. Whether it's like something we've seen online.
You know what I. No, I'm not embarrassed of anything. I know. I don't get embarrassed, love. I Know, it's really. Because I don't know if it's, like, a problem that I really need to take up with my therapist, but, like, I really don't get embarrassed. Like, I'm like, yeah, that's just who I am. Like, my parents, again, if I did, like, stupid, like, as a kid, my parents would just be like, laughing. That's Millie. Like, never, ever took the sparkle of, like, out of me. So for me, like, yeah, like, I. We were on a road trip and we were in Alabama, and it was just me and Jake and our friends, and I needed a wee, so I just hung out of the car and peed, like, in a swamp in the middle of Alabama. And our friends were like, what the hell? And I peed in this cup and I emptied it, and then the lid was, like, a pee cup. And then we kept it in the car and we called it the pee lid lid. And, like, for the whole trip, we were just like, don't touch the peeling. And Jake's like, millie, like, you couldn't have, like, done anything. We could have stopped. You could have waited. I was like, I'm gonna pee in a swamp. I grew up basically peeing in swamps. Like, are you kidding me? Like, that's just, like, on the road trips. Like, it's like, you need to pee. Let's go just pee on the side of the road. So, like, that's kind of what we. What we did.
I love that about you, and I didn't know that about you, so I'm like, I appreciate you sharing this because it's definitely painting a better picture of, like, who you are behind all the characters that you play.
Yeah.
Okay. Who's more likely likely to spill a secret?
Me. Jake is like, a vault. I am terrible. I tell people. Don't tell me. Don't tell me. I'm gonna tell people.
What is the craziest rumor you've ever heard about yourself?
Oh, gosh. That I'm. I mean, that maybe I'm pregnant. Like, I was. I caught. I was caught buying diapers for my lamb. I had, like, a baby, like, lamb in my bed, and I needed diapers for him, so I kept buying diapers for him, but people were taking pictures of me buying diapers and, like, bottles and, like, tried, like, pacifiers with him. And people were like, millie, Bobby Brown's pregnant. I was like, no, no, it's my lamb. The next week, he grew so big, I had to go get adult diapers. And then they were really confused. They were like, what the hell is Going on here, Millie. Yeah. So that's the weirdest one, because I really had a really good excuse for it.
Only you. Only you. Okay, who is more likely to apologize first if you guys are, like, in a little. Jake.
Yeah.
Who's the more sensitive one?
Me. I mean, Jake can be sensitive, but. But it would have to take a lot for him to be, like, feel like that. Like, he takes a. Like, I am obviously, like, crazy. So I. For me, I am sensitive when it comes to, like. Like, I will notice something, and I'll be like, you didn't touch my finger. Like, when I was sitting on the couch just then. Like, you hate me. That's it. Okay. Got it. Like, I understand. Okay. But, like, you know, like, you know when you're just like, it's my period, and he knows that? He's like, you're on. You're coming. You're. It's okay, babe.
Like.
Like, he knows, like, I am, like, a pretty stable part. We go. Like, I go to therapy. Like, I try to, like, regulate my emotions, but when I'm on my period, like, no, I see hell.
It's game over.
It is game over for him and me.
Yeah, for him.
Specifically for him. Yeah, exactly.
Okay. Who is more likely to be the life of the party?
Me.
Really?
Yeah. Like. Like, Jake has more stamina. So Jake can, like, last the whole night. When it comes to partying, I. I am good for a good three hours, and then I am midnight, and I'm like, peace up. Like, that's it. Like, cannot, cannot lie. Yeah. It's just really hard. All of our friends, they went to college, so they.
They can go like, have you ever played beer pong?
Yeah, and I'm great at it. Oh. I just learned beer die.
What is that?
Do you know what beer diet is? You know what that is? It's impossible. You have to throw, basically die. Like, dice in the air. It lands on the table. You have to catch it. If it lands in the beer, you got to drink the beer. Like, it's a whole, whole thing. But we just played it, and I'm terrible at it. But beer, like, beer pong is, like, great.
You're good.
I am good at that.
What did you do for your 21st birthday?
We went to Texan Caicos with all of our friends. We had just, like, the best time. Went on a boat, hung out, played mermaids. Do you know what mermaids is?
Wait, is that where you, like, swim to the bottom of the pool?
It's like, when you just swim in the pool and play, like, hat, like house, like mums and dads, but as mermaids, you pick your color. It's the most pathetic game known to men. But I played it as a child, and I said, my dream for my 21st is to play it with all my friends. So all my girlfriends and I, we, like, picked our tail colors, and we all basically just found our own homes and shells and we were just like, aerial for. Yeah, a couple hours.
That's why you're glowing. Yeah. I got to play mermaid.
Yeah, you didn't.
Clearly not. Okay, who is more likely to splurge on a big purchase?
My husband.
Really? What is he getting?
Like, he'll just, like, if he sees something, like, I'll be like, oh, I need something. Socks. And he'll be like, let's go to Prada. And I'm like, let's go to Target. Like, what? Like, he's just like, that kind of guy. Like, he loves to. Like, he loves to go shopping. Any. And he will refuse to pack a suitcase because he likes to go shopping in the place we're going. That's what. That's what he does. Whereas I'm like, Amazon basics. Like, I love that. Like, that. I. I never, ever, when I do spend money on something, like, I have to call my parents, I have to think about it. Like, I go back. I. I don't just buy it right away. Right?
You're, like, praying about it. You're like, I need to see if I need this in, like, a. And maybe I'll get it.
Exactly. And I try to help Jake through that, but he does get. He does get, like, buyer's guilt. Like, I think so. Like, sometimes he be like, mel, I shouldn't have.
Well, I'm sure you're like, you didn't need that.
I'm like, you don't need that, babe. And he's like, I know. Yeah.
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Millie Bobby Brown
Do you remember like when you got your like first big Paychecks, obviously, from Stranger Things. And you're like, wow, like, my life is going to be different now. Do you remember anything that you purchased where you were, like, stressed about it, but you're like, I'm gonna do this for myself.
I. I bought a pair of Chanel sunglasses, and my parents were like, you should buy them. Like, you like them. And I was like, what do you mean? Like? Because I. I really like to be transparent. I grew up with no money. Like, did not grow up with any money. So, like, we. We never owned a house. Like, so we. I have a bit, like, I have, like, a money, like, thing, like, where I get, like. I'm just, like, very conscious about money, so. And my parents, like, like, they. They say it's important for me to keep that. It's just good to know, like, about money and, you know, and. And not splurge. But I remember buying a house. House, like, with my parents and being able to do that because for the first time, we were able to actually not be, like, scared about renting and, like, the landlords and, you know, like, usually, like, the dog on the carpet and when we have to then hide it from the landlords and all that, you know, we're a crazy family, so we usually always lost the deposit on a rental, so. So it was nice to just buy a house and be like, let's paint the walls. Like, you know, it was really nice.
That's so, so sweet.
Yeah.
Okay, say you got married around the same time that I did last year. Yes, I remember, like, seeing your photos.
Yes, I remember seeing you.
No, you looked so stunning. And it's. I am so happy for you. And I can.
I'm so happy for you. And I, like, I listened to you before you, like, met that. So, like, I, like, I, like, I. I felt like. And I'm sure, like, listeners feel the same way. Just like you going through that love story and seeing you fall in love and, like, you were so, like, you know, know, like, like afraid and, like, to fall in love and like, that and to see you happy just makes.
My heart so sweet. Thank you. I. I remember, like, the first day I told the daddy gang that I had a boyfriend. I was, like, gonna vomit. I remember calling my mom, being like, what if they're mad at me? Like, I. I'm not doing the single days anymore. She was like, I think they're gonna be ready for it, Alex. Like, you've given them enough of how to, like, be single now. Let's show them. Maybe if you can do A relationship.
Ample experiences of, like, that, you know, like. And you have. Have guests that are able to go, like, talk about that. But, like, you being in love is so important, and, like, you're. You know, your journey is priority.
Thank you. Let's talk about your wedding.
Okay.
One to ten.
Yeah.
How bright zilla, were you?
Okay, hold on. I think that I was good. I didn't stress. I wasn't dressing. I'm just a planner. So, like, I'm not, like, yelling at people or anything. Like, I'm not Bridezilla, but, like, I knew everybody every second of that schedule. Like, every second. Like, I apparently. Which I don't really remember this because I think I blacked out right before I walked down the aisle. But I apparently, like, I knew the second of the song that people would go down the aisle to. So I had a really big wedding party, and I knew that right before I would go, okay, you guys go. And I knew the second that the song would go right. So I'd go. You guys go. You guys go. Like, I was ready because they were walking down the aisle and I had forgotten to put my veil on. I forgotten all. So by the time that everybody went, I. Oh. And my dad went, millie, it's your turn. And I was like, it's my. It's my turn. And, like, I put my veil on, and I was like, oh, my God, now I've got to cue myself. And, like, that's like the ad in me, like, to be. Like, I have to be. So I. And my. And Jake said at the end of the aisle, he saw my arms waving around, trying to, like, make sure everything was perfect. Were you like that?
No, not at all. This is so beautiful to hear this, though, because first of all, picturing you back there, you. I already now, like, getting to know you more. You're like, one.
Yeah. I'm like three.
You're so cute in.
Yeah. That you're, like, almost, like, direct in me. I cannot help it. But, like, make sure everything's perfect. And Jake literally, like, after, in our. Like, on our honeymoon, Jake was like, you're gonna come. Like, you're gonna have a come down. Like, because every single day I'd have meetings and I would, like, to the point where, like, I had everything engraved, everything thought about and separated. So, yeah, I think for me, like, after it happened, like, after the wedding, did you have, like, a really bad kind of come down?
I did. I think, like, I had it a little different in the sense that, like, I wasn't as into the Planning. But then when I got there, it was truly one of the most magical weekends of my life. And, like, everything fell into place. It was so perfect. And I hate even saying those words because I was the person on my show being like, don't stress about your wedding.
Yeah.
And then I got there and I was like, this is incredible. Like, everything you've built with this person, and not just this person with your families coming together. Like, there's just this, like, aura around you that is so indescribable because when you go to other people's weddings, not to be a dick, but, like, you don't really care when you're there. You're like, I'll have a drink. I'll sit here. The vows are cute. You're crying, but you're not that when it's yours.
No, it's a different.
It's a different feeling. I had the comedown of just, like, whoa, I wish I could go back, back and get, like, be in even.
Lightning in a bottle. Like, the feeling unmatched. Like, I. I will say as much as I did, like, control every factor of it. I. I enjoyed. Like, I remember everything about the ceremony, the vows. Like, I remember the feeling. I remember, like, not caring. Like, you know, my guests were stood up for, like, the most of our ceremony because, like, we forgot to sit down. So, like. And even that, I'm like, I just don't care. Like, I love it. Like, it's just, like, it's just part of it. It's the story you like. And. And after I let the reins go and I was like, I'm. Whatever happens now is just fun.
Don't. Didn't you feel that once you do the vowels in the ceremony. Done.
First dance. I did get a little bit. Did you do a first dance?
Okay. I didn't do a first dance because I was like, I have two lefty. I don't want to do this. So we did a first shot where we got everyone a shot. But what did you dance to?
So we did a six minute choreographed routine. Millie, I know this is also. And I can't believe Jake actually did it. We did a Grease medley. So it started with. You all were the one that I want. It went into summer nights. It went into. We stick together. Like, we did. It was a medley of Grease. We dressed as, like, Sandy and Dani. Yeah. But it was epic. It was, like, unbelievable. People could not believe what they were hearing. And that was the only thing that I looked at Jake. And I was like, if you let me down on this. Like, we have been practicing for a year and a half, like, and we. We went to dance lessons like that. It was very, very strict for me. I've always wanted to do that. I was like, I'm either, like, gonna do that or I'm gonna dance down the aisle. So it's you choosing. And Jake was like, okay, we'll do the other one. But he loved it. He absolutely loved it. How did it go? He got into it. Oh, we did not miss one beat. Like, it was. And after, you know, know, practicing for a year and a half, I thought, wow. And it was. It was really. And I don't regret that one bit. Like, everyone was like. It was like, we put on a show and it's like, he also is an actor. So we just loved being able to, like, do that for everyone and perform.
That is so iconic to think of you guys doing that together. But that's the beauty of having these moments in weddings where it's like, you have to make it what you want it to be. And you can't go on just Pinterest and actually try to replicate exactly what some else. Because it's like, what have you dreamt of? Or what do you want? And that moment for you guys, no one's ever going to do that. And if they do, it's because they're copying you. And it's like, that was your original moment.
Yeah.
Okay. I saw that Bon Jovi didn't perform. Did he at least get like, do you want to do it? Or was he like, no, I don't.
Want to do it? No, honestly, like, he. He had so much fun. He definitely danced the night away. Like, we had moments where we danced. Jake's mum is such a dancer. Like, she. Oh, yeah. She's like, yeah, she loves it. Like, she. So we dance the night away. Honestly, like, I am so happy that he was just able to be, like, the father of, like, the groom, you know, And I was really happy.
Okay, we. What was the most traditional and non traditional thing you did?
Non traditional thing, my pet. My. Both of my parents walked me down the aisle.
Cute.
Traditional. Oh, non traditional. We slept. We stayed in the same bed the night.
So did we.
Yeah.
I was like, I can't do the same thing.
I'm already anxious enough. Why would I. Why would I put myself.
Imagine being in bed by yourself, like.
Staring at the wall, being what Jake's doing. Yeah. Wonder what he's doing. FaceTiming him. Doing a Zoom watch on the TV show. No, I was like, I can't do that. Like, we. We did say we. We might try. And then we ended up not doing it the most traditional, I guess, cut the cake. Like, did you do a cake?
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah.
Like, it's very traditional. I'm planning my older sister's wedding now.
Oh, my God. You're back at it again already.
I know. I love it. And she's. I don't want to cut a cake. And I'm like. I keep telling her, like, paige, like, it was one of my favorite parts of my wedding was cutting my cake.
Was it really? I definitely.
Did you feed it to each other and do the whole thing?
We did. It was very special, and I actually liked it because our moment, we kind of did it on the side where when everyone was doing their own thing, we kind of didn't do it in front of people.
Oh, cute.
We were by ourselves. And I think it was another, like, touch base moment to just be, like, private and alone for two seconds, because, you know when you're there, it is just balls to the wall. Everyone's in, and it's so fun. But we tried to find little moments. We were alone, and we ended up doing it alone. It was really cute.
That's lovely.
Wait, did you guys write your own vows?
Yeah, Mine were, like, six minutes. Like, mine. What? People were like, when's it gonna end? I. I'm an actor. I cannot help it. I had to say everything.
You're like, end again.
And I was like, and one more thing. I'm obsessed. Ray performed at my wedding, and she performed at Samore while we were cutting the cake. So I do think it was like, it was a moment like. But I do like. And she performed her music like Frank Sinatra. It was, like, beautiful. Very Italian.
I am so happy for you. Like, I just love talking now about weddings because obviously I saw your pictures. You guys look so happy. It's so fun to just, like, talk about all the girly things. I know we're here because you have a new movie. First of all, just congrats. Congratulations. Obviously, the Electric State. Can you tell me just, like, about the process, why you loved this project? Like, what was it about this that you were like, I need to be a part of this, and I want to be a part of it?
Well, the directors, the Russo brothers, I had met them when I was young. They came onto Stranger Things, that they are obviously legendary directors. And I already work with brothers on Stranger Things. The Duffer Brothers, so. And they're twins, but the Russos are just brothers. But it Was really interesting because we got to see those. They are very similar in the way that they work. And they came on to watch Stranger Things and then I actually was. I went on to Avengers to watch them. Film end. Yeah, film endgame. And I sat next to them, watch them direct and I remember thinking to myself, my dream is to work with them. So when they brought me this project, honestly, it couldn't have. It could have been anything. I would have taken it. But the fact that it was Electric State just made it all the best. Like, it was the most original concept I have ever, ever heard of. It was 90s themed, futuristic. Such a beautiful messaging behind technology versus reality. And the character, I had never played anyone like her before and I just thought, like, you know, this is fantastic. And then when I heard that Chris Pratt was obviously gonna work alongside me, I just, I have heard such amazing things about working with him and I thought, like, you know, that's a huge factor of like, you know, who am I gonna work with for the next four or five months? Like, and, and what kind of energy are they going to bring every day? And let me tell you, that man brought the best energy, everything. Never had a. Never had a bad day. And I'm like, I will. Like, I. He never had a bad day. He came to set, made everyone smile, made everyone feel important. No, like, knows everyone's name. Like, just like a pro, like an expert at his craft.
That is so nice because I feel like every time in this industry you're like waiting to meet someone and you're like, I. I hope.
Have you ever met someone where you go, yes. Wow, it's such a let down, isn't it? I know.
Cuz you're so hopeful and then there sometimes it's the ones where you're like, wait, I didn't expect.
Have. Just tell me, have. Have they been on the show?
Yes.
Okay. That's all I want to know.
You're like, thank you. I'm going to go back and listen. No, but that's really good to know that you had a good.
Oh my God. No, it's wonderful. It's such a great experience.
You tend to now. Like, I feel like play these really adventurous hero characters.
Yeah.
Why do you think you've been gravitating towards that in your career?
I think there's enough like men heroes out there. Like, I feel like we've seen enough. Like, do you know what I mean? Like, I love that for them. Love that for them. But I feel like we need young girls to be able to see heroes as females and to be able to feel like, you know, we're able to save the world, too. And it's a bigger messaging on girls being able to be decision makers, be in politics. Politics, you know, change the world for the better. So why not see heroes on screen that they can resonate with? Of course, like, I want to branch out and work on different things, but for me, there is a must in that. If a young girl is watching, how will she feel watching this? Will she feel empowered? Will she feel like she can kind of move forward in a really inspired way? And so for me, yeah, everything I've done thus far feels that. And Electric State definitely feels that.
I, like, love hearing you say that because I think sometimes it's lost on people. When actors take roles, they must sometimes just be like, oh, the paycheck was right, or the cast was there. And the fact that you are, like, intentionally seeking out moments in your career and recognizing, like, oh, this is, like, an opportunity for, like, a greater conversation. I feel like people do look at you like that, Millie, where people are like, wow, you have such a presence on screen. But then the undertones of the characters you're playing have such a presence for women, which is, like, not easy to do. So thank you for just, like, picking these great characters.
Thank you so much.
Okay, who is your ultimate moving forward in life? Who's your ultimate dream co star?
Margot Robbie.
Oh, my God. Can you imagine?
I would just love to work.
I'm ready to buy the ticket.
Yeah, no, I would love to work with her. I think she's just like, She's a pro. Like, she. And she, too, just feels like she made me, like, she. Like, when I watch her, I feel inspired because I feel like she's like. She leads her movies with, you know, drive with this sense of, like, being feeling like a badass and, like, yeah, she works alongside men, but I can't keep my eyes off of her. So I think that's, like, you know, that's huge. I would love to work with her, obviously. Like, you know Meryl Streep. Like, you know, I. That would be.
Have you met Margot?
I have never met Margot. I've met Meryl Streep, which was also, like, blacked out.
You know, when I met Margot, I was like, you're even better in person.
Really?
She's the most normal, down to earth, cool. Like, everything about her, I was like, oh, my God, I love Even better.
I know.
So whenever you meet her, you're going.
To just be like, Alex told Me about you.
And whenever I meet Meryl, I'm like.
Millie told me about you, like, when she was 13, you know? You know.
Okay, last question.
Yeah.
What do you wish more people knew about you?
I guess I think that the press, they do, like, they love to go in on me sometimes with certain things. Like, you know, I know that obviously people say that I look a lot older. Like, you know, that's like a thing that I get a lot is like, oh, my God, she looks. Looks like 40. And I'm like, well, yeah, you did meet me when I was 10. So I understand. Now I'm 21. It's been 10 years. She grows. My face, like, grew, you know, I don't know. What do you want me to do about that? That and, like, my accent thing. And, like, you know, I think people like to pick on certain things that I say and do, and I think, you know, obviously I don't want that for any person growing up in the industry, but it really actually doesn't bother me. Like, and. And I. I wish I could be like, you know what? It does get to me. Like, it used to get to me. It did. I grew up feeling really, really. I was. I got. It got to me. And I remember trying to change myself to please the masses. And actually now I'm in a place where, like, yeah, like, my accent does change, my face does grow. Like, I do wear a lot of makeup. Like, it's just the kind of person I'm. I like that. Like, it's fun for me. And, like, you're not going to tell me how to be a girl. You're not going to tell me how to be a woman. Like, that is not. That is not the world I live in. It could be the world you live in. It's just not the one I've built for myself. So I think, like, yeah, I think that that's what people don't know about me in terms of, like, what they say. And the outside noise really doesn't faze me.
I appreciate you sharing that, though, because it does humanize you even more of, like, I think sometimes people just really don't understand the actual level of scrutiny that women go through compared to men. And it's just like an obvious of like. Like, even. I'm sure some of your co stars, like, I have other men in the industry that, like, I'm compared to, and I'm like, they've never experienced certain things that, like, it's just a different level. Especially, like, you're right. We literally met you on screen when you were 10 years old. Yeah. I think there's, like a hyper fixation on you, but as a human being, as a young woman, like, it's so much pressure. And I'm so happy that, yes, you're saying, like, you've gotten to a point where it doesn't affect you, but it still doesn't mean it should happen. Happen.
No, absolutely. It should never be okay. I feel like, you know, when that stuff comes out about me or, or about other women and other young girls in the industry, I just, I, I'm disgusted. Like, I can't believe it still happens. And if I can do anything to change it, like, I would. Like, if I, I always say, like, if I had a genie wish, like, I really would wish that no one ever had to go through that kind of scrutiny because it is, it changes the kind of person you, like, are. Like, it changes the way you perceive the world. And like, you see the bad in everyone. You don't see the good. You're like, what are your own intentions? What are you going to say about me? And I think the press just need to be taught manners again. And I think, like, they need to go back to school and learn how to speak to people, be kind and, and just understand that, you know, we're all growing people, we all make mistakes and ultimately, like, the standards and stigma, like stigmatism or the stigmas against girls, it's ridiculous. Especially I feel in Hollywood, just like, like, I've seen it a lot, you know, in the world, but in Hollywood, I see it with young, young actors and it's just, it's. It can Jade you and it can make you so different. And I hope no one ever has to go through that.
No, I know, like, we're, we've now, like, obviously we're at time, but I just wanted to say, like, yes, yes, yes. Like, we could do a whole episode about that together at one point in our careers of just like, it's wild. So I thank you, though, for like, coming and speaking today with me because this was so fun. You're so fun. You are so fun. I'm thinking about, about like, Jake has to now listen to this in bed.
Oh, my God.
Alex Cooper
Wait.
Millie Bobby Brown
Would you ever watch this back or no? Are you going to be like, don't show me what I said.
I actually, I actually think I will because I, I want to. Yeah, it's so fun. And I want Jake. I want to watch Jake. Listen to the stories I've told.
They're good. That was te.
It was te. Thank you so much for coming. Thank you so much. Thank.
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Call Her Daddy Podcast Episode: "Millie Bobby Brown: Not Eleven Forever"
Release Date: March 12, 2025
In this captivating episode of "Call Her Daddy," host Alex Cooper sits down with renowned actress Millie Bobby Brown to discuss her multifaceted life, from her early beginnings in the entertainment industry to her personal endeavors and relationship dynamics. The conversation delves deep into Millie's experiences, offering listeners an intimate glimpse into her world.
Millie Bobby Brown kicks off the episode by sharing a delightful story about her wardrobe choices:
She reveals that she’s wearing pants gifted by none other than Pamela Anderson, highlighting the significance of authenticity and personal connections in her fashion choices.
This anecdote underscores Millie's appreciation for iconic fashion and her ability to incorporate meaningful pieces into her wardrobe.
Millie transitions to her life outside of acting, painting a vivid picture of her farm in Georgia:
She elaborates on the challenges and joys of managing a large number of animals, showcasing her love for nature and animal welfare.
This segment highlights Millie's deep bond with her pets and the adjustments she makes to maintain harmony in her living space.
Millie opens up about her relationship with husband Jake Bon Jovi, detailing how their bond strengthened over time:
She recounts the initial stages of their friendship, leading to a heartfelt confession of her feelings.
Their story illustrates the importance of communication and mutual respect in building a strong relationship.
Millie shares enchanting stories from her wedding, blending traditional elements with personal touches:
This unique first dance not only entertained guests but also symbolized their fun-loving and creative personalities.
These anecdotes reveal Millie's approach to making her wedding memorable and reflective of her and Jake's personalities.
Discussing her tenure on Stranger Things, Millie provides insights into the camaraderie and memorable moments with her co-stars:
These lighthearted stories demonstrate the close-knit relationships formed on set and the fun dynamics among the cast.
Such moments not only brought laughter but also strengthened the bond among the young actors.
Millie candidly addresses the challenges of growing up in the public eye and the impact of media scrutiny:
She emphasizes the importance of support systems and personal resilience in navigating the pressures of fame.
Millie's openness about her mental health journey serves as an inspiration for listeners facing similar challenges.
Millie discusses her commitment to taking on roles that empower women and inspire young girls:
She highlights her role in Electric State as a step towards creating meaningful and empowering narratives in film.
Her passion for impactful storytelling underscores her dedication to using her platform for positive change.
Expressing admiration for fellow actors, Millie shares her dream collaborations:
Her respect for established actors like Meryl Streep further highlights her aspirations within the industry.
These aspirations reflect Millie's commitment to continuous growth and excellence in her craft.
Millie Bobby Brown [02:19]: "She pulled me a whole rack of clothes that were just unbelievable. These dresses were timeless."
Millie Bobby Brown [08:25]: "I have 25 farm animals. They're all named after things I really like for kids' names."
Millie Bobby Brown [35:07]: "The first thing I said was, 'Are you single?' and he was like, yes."
Millie Bobby Brown [68:02]: "We need young girls to see heroes as females and feel like they can save the world too."
Millie Bobby Brown [70:54]: "I wish more people knew about how much scrutiny affects us."
Millie Bobby Brown's appearance on "Call Her Daddy" offers a heartfelt and honest portrayal of her journey from a young actress under the spotlight to a confident woman managing her personal and professional life. Her stories about love, resilience, and empowerment resonate deeply, providing listeners with both inspiration and a deeper understanding of the person behind the fame.
Notable Highlights:
Personal Endeavors: Millie's dedication to animal welfare and her life on a farm showcase her compassionate and nurturing side.
Relationship Insights: Her genuine and respectful relationship with Jake Bon Jovi serves as a model for balanced and supportive partnerships.
Industry Impact: Through roles like those in Electric State, Millie actively contributes to empowering female representation in media.
Mental Health Advocacy: Her openness about therapy and personal growth encourages listeners to prioritize their mental well-being.
Millie Bobby Brown's episode is a blend of lighthearted anecdotes and profound reflections, making it a must-listen for fans and anyone interested in the real stories behind the stars.