The Run-Through with Vogue

Episode: Millie Bobby Brown Is Ready For Life After Eleven
Date: January 1, 2026
Host: Chioma Nnadi (Vogue)
Guest: Millie Bobby Brown

Episode Overview

This episode features a candid and intimate conversation between Chioma Nnadi of Vogue and Millie Bobby Brown, British Vogue’s December cover star and the breakout star of "Stranger Things." As Millie enters a new phase of her life—embracing motherhood, marriage, and her final goodbye to the character of Eleven—the discussion delves into her experience as a young star, life on a farm, building a grounded family, enduring fame, and her ambitions beyond the iconic Netflix series.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Life on the Farm: Millie's Sanctuary

• Farm Life & Animals [(04:31-08:38)]
  Millie shares her deep affection for her life on a farm in Georgia, describing it as her “safe place” away from the pressures of the industry.
  • "I always knew I was gonna live a life with lots of animals, but I guess it really takes a role of its own...it's just my safe place. Anytime I hurt myself or need a break from the world, this is just my peace and tranquility." (Millie, 04:45)
  • Her daily routine revolves around family and tending to 25 animals, including ponies, horses, goats (with names like Cardi B, Eminem, and Slick Rick!), donkeys, cows, sheep, chickens, and rescues.
  • Animals have themed names: greatest of all time for goats ("Cardi B," "Slick Ricky"), "B" names for cows and donkeys, and Spice Girls names for chickens.
  • The farm even inspired aspects of her life choices, such as acquiring donkeys to deter local coyotes instead of opting for invasive methods.

Motherhood and Family

• Routine as a New Mother [(09:10-10:49)]

  • Millie describes her daughter as an “angel” for sleeping 12 hours through the night and shares how her mornings now start at 7:30 am.
  • Time management: juggles childcare and farm duties, using nap times for animal care.
  • “I was very refreshed for a new mum.” (Chioma, 09:31)

• Parenting Style & Household [(46:55-48:13)]

  • Both she and her husband Jake were clear about their parenting roles and have naturally fallen into them—she's the “chaos and love,” he is the “anchor."
  • Millie finds joy in singing to her daughter and appreciates the strong partnership with Jake, who comes from a musical family.
  • “I sing a lot. And she loves it. She really loves it. And Jake's just like... the cuddler...the anchor. It's pretty amazing to see him step into that with such grace.” (Millie, 47:16)

• Godparents [(47:39-48:37)]

  • Noah Schnapp, her "Stranger Things" co-star, is one of her daughter's godparents.
  • Millie got emotional recalling when Noah met her daughter: "It was just a very emotional experience. I met my best friend meet my other best friend..." (Millie, 48:30)

Friendship, Music, and Community

• Close Friendship with Raye [(12:45-14:09)]

  • Millie describes meeting singer Raye for the first time and the blossoming of their friendship, culminating in Raye performing at Millie’s wedding in Italy.
  • "She was like, absolutely. And she performed, and it was the most amazing experience ever." (Millie, 13:58)
  • Their bond is described as more familial than friendly, and Raye is praised for her groundedness and supportive nature.

• Music Tastes and Influences [(16:50-20:03)]

  • Millie is a self-described "pop girly" who loves Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Lorde, Adele, Ed Sheeran, Beyonce, and also 60s/70s artists like The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, and the Grateful Dead.
  • Fun moment: Both Millie and Jake’s Spotify Wrapped stats suggest they have the musical tastes of people decades older ("His was like 75 year old…mine, a 65 year old…") (Millie, 19:15)

• Private, Grounded Life [(34:48-38:05)]

  • Despite her fame, Millie strongly values normalcy and home life in Georgia, living close to her parents and siblings, rejecting any interest in moving to L.A.
  • “I will never live in LA. It just isn’t for me.” (Millie, 35:40)
  • Millie’s decision to prioritize stability for her daughter stems from her own itinerant childhood and the desire to ground family in a home.

Comedy, Improv and Acting Beyond Eleven

• Improvisation and New Creative Muscles [(20:03-23:34)]
  • Improv wasn't a natural part of her craft but something she learned over time, getting to practice with Chris Pratt on "Electric State" and in "Enola Holmes 3."
  • "You really have to leave your humility at the door because there are things that don't land..." (Millie, 21:56)
  • Her comedic side was recognized during a British Vogue intern video shoot, with much of her performance improvised and enjoyed by all.

Reflecting on Stranger Things and Saying Goodbye

• Relationship with the Duffer Brothers [(24:43-27:32)]

  • Millie sees the directors as older brothers, sharing a loving, teasing relationship—complete with jokes about blackmailing them with embarrassing photos to be told the "Stranger Things" ending early.
  • "Matt and Ross are like my older brothers...I remember just being like, I'm gonna have to blackmail them because they need to tell me how this ends..." (Millie, 24:43)

• Fan Theories & Ending the Show [(27:32-28:42)]

  • Millie is rarely online and is mostly unspoiled by fan theories, but finds them interesting when she hears of them.

Beauty, Hair, and Self-Image

• Attitude Toward Hair and Style Evolution [(28:42-32:15)]
  • Millie takes a no-fuss approach to beauty, seeing her hair as an “accessory” or “prop” and not integral to her identity.
  • "I've never been a huge...Like, I don't care. Like, I've never cared. ...If the blonde ruins my hair, I'll just shave my head." (Millie, 29:09)
  • For her wedding hair, she went back to her childhood look to honor her roots and personal history.

Dealing with Criticism and Staying Grounded

• Navigating Fame & Criticism [(38:05-42:35)]
  • Millie opens up about the “minefield” of criticism, particularly for young women in acting.
  • "You can't tell me something that you don't know the full story of or my life or the why I did something. So I've learned to shut it out..." (Millie, 40:35)
  • She emphasizes the importance of filtering criticism: accepting input from trusted collaborators, ignoring outsiders and social media trolls, and protecting her mental health, aided by therapy.

Looking Forward: New Projects & Passions

• Ambitions Beyond Stranger Things [(32:53-34:48)]
  • Millie’s future includes more character and story-driven roles—both in projects she’s developed and new opportunities.
  • She’s adapting her book "19" into a film, seeking to tell stories authentic to her passions and generation.
  • "Doing things that feel like passion projects, things that feel authentic to me and what I believe in..." (Millie, 34:18)

Holiday Traditions & Motherhood Reflections

• First Christmas as a Mom [(43:36-48:13)]
  • Millie embraces the role of holiday hostess, decorates extravagantly (four trees: pink, personal, red, and farm-themed), and gifts presents to her animals.
  • She revels in family sleepovers and cherishes her new role, reflecting: "I love motherhood. I think I knew I would, but I didn't know this much. Nothing prepares you…" (Millie, 45:36)
  • Motherhood has given her broader perspective, softening conflicts and encouraging her to maintain positive relationships.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

“This is just my peace and tranquility. Anytime I hurt myself or need a break from the world, this is just my place.”
— Millie Bobby Brown, on her farm sanctuary (05:18)

“She performed, and it was the most amazing experience ever...I actually got up with her and we sung ‘Valerie’ together.”
— Millie Bobby Brown, about Raye at her wedding (14:10)

"I will never live in LA. It just isn’t for me."
— Millie Bobby Brown, on staying grounded and close to family (35:40)

“If the blonde ruins my hair, I’ll just shave my head. … My hair just feels like a part of my job.”
— Millie Bobby Brown on her hair philosophy (29:41, 31:52)

“Criticism comes into my life a lot...My job is about opinion. … I value it in my work, ...to the people I trust most. I don’t value it when it comes to the outside noise.”
— Millie Bobby Brown, on handling criticism (39:10, 40:35)

“I love motherhood. I think I knew I would, but I didn’t know this much. Nothing prepares you.”
— Millie Bobby Brown, on new motherhood (45:36)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [04:31] — Millie on why the farm is her sanctuary
• [05:42] — The creativity behind naming her animals
• [09:10] — Balancing motherhood and farm life
• [12:45] — Her friendship with Raye and the story of her wedding performance
• [16:50] — Musical obsessions and taste
• [20:03] — Acting, comedy, and improvisation breakthrough
• [24:43] — Relationship with “Stranger Things” creators and blackmail jokes
• [28:42] — Evolving relationship with her hair and appearance
• [32:53] — Projects after Stranger Things, adapting her own book
• [35:40] — Commitment to home, family, and not living in LA
• [39:10] — Handling criticism and online opinions
• [43:36] — Christmas traditions and first holiday season as a mom
• [45:36] — What motherhood has taught her

Takeaway

This heartfelt episode offers a snapshot of Millie Bobby Brown not just as a cultural icon, but as a young woman intent on living authentically, staying grounded, and embracing the next phase of life with joy, humor, ambition, and an unshakable sense of self.