Millie Bobby Brown Reveals Name Change, Embraces New Parenthood

In a lighthearted moment during a joint interview with co-star Noah Schnapp, Millie Bobby Brown disclosed that she has changed her name following her marriage to Jake Bongiovi. The revelation, shared during a conversation for VT, surprised Schnapp, who initially struggled to guess Brown’s new full name.

As the two actors engaged in a playful discussion about their friendship, Schnapp confidently guessed that Brown’s name remained as it was, but he quickly realized his mistake. After a few humorous attempts, he exclaimed, “It’s so long!” before Brown confirmed her name change. “It’s just Millie Bonnie Bongovi,” she stated, adding a playful twist by saying her new nickname is “Millie Bon Bon.”

The couple, who became engaged in April 2023, tied the knot in a small family ceremony last year. Bongiovi, the son of rock legend Jon Bon Jovi, confirmed their marriage during an interview on BBC’s “The One Show” in May 2024, describing the intimate wedding and complimenting Brown’s beauty on their special day.

In August 2024, Brown and Bongiovi announced they had adopted a daughter together. They shared the news via a joint post on Instagram, stating, “This summer we welcomed our sweet baby girl through adoption.” They expressed their excitement about entering this new chapter of parenthood, emphasizing their desire for peace and privacy.

Brown elaborated on her experiences as a new parent in an interview published in British Vogue, where she described her daughter as bringing “endless joy.” The actress emphasized the importance of keeping their child out of the public eye, stating, “For me, it’s really important to protect her and her story until she’s old enough to potentially one day share it herself.”

She underscored her commitment to shielding her daughter from unwanted attention, saying, “It’s not my place to purposefully put her in the spotlight unwillingly.” Brown and Bongiovi have also opted not to share their daughter’s name publicly until she is ready to make that decision herself.

Reflecting on her transformative journey into motherhood, Brown noted how it has shifted her perspective on life. “The smaller things in life are so much more precious. Our days are filled with lots of cuddles and laughter and love. It’s just endless joy,” she shared.

Brown praised Bongiovi’s parenting style, stating, “We are 50-50 on everything. That’s why I’m so grateful to have partnered with him in this life — he is just the most amazing dad.” This mutual commitment to parenting reflects their deep bond and shared values as they navigate this exciting new chapter together.