Millie Bobby Brown, the British actress known for her role in Stranger Things, has spoken out against body shaming and bullying in the industry. In a recent Instagram video, she shared her experiences of growing up under public scrutiny and how it has affected her mental health.
Brown, who started working at 10 years old, said that people expect her to remain frozen in time like she did on Stranger Things season one, instead of allowing her to grow and change as an individual. She also criticized journalists who have written articles focusing solely on her appearance, calling it “bullying” rather than journalism.
Brown pointed out four recent headlines from major publications that made her the target of criticism over her looks and choices. She named the writers responsible for these stories and argued that they were not doing their job as journalists, but rather tearing her down for clicks.
The actress shared how she has struggled with body image issues and online harassment since a young age, leading her to delete social media temporarily in 2022. Brown stressed that the problem is not just about her, but every young woman who grows up under public scrutiny, and urged others to join her in demanding better treatment and respect from the industry.
Brown concluded by saying she refuses to apologize for growing up and being herself, and encourages others to do the same, rather than apologizing for existing.
Source: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/millie-bobby-brown-hits-back-at-journalists-for-shaming-her-1236154236