In a heartfelt announcement that has captured the attention of fans and media alike, Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi revealed that they quietly adopted a baby girl during the summer of 2025. The couple, who have been married for one year as of August 2025, shared the joyous news through a joint statement on Instagram. "This summer, we welcomed our sweet baby girl through adoption. We are beyond excited to embark on this beautiful next chapter of parenthood both in peace and privacy. And then there were 3. Love, Millie and Jake Bongiovi," the statement read, as reported by The Independent.
The pair, known for their relatively private approach to personal matters, opted not to disclose their daughter’s name or exact birth date. Their announcement was accompanied by a desire to maintain privacy as they transition into this new phase of their lives. According to The Independent, the first public outing of the family took place in East Hampton, New York, where Brown was seen wearing a pink sweater emblazoned with the word “Mother,” while Bongiovi sported a black t-shirt. The baby’s face was purposefully shielded from cameras, underscoring the couple’s commitment to keeping their child out of the public eye for now.
Millie Bobby Brown, the 21-year-old star best known for her role in Stranger Things, has been open about her aspirations for motherhood. In a March 2025 episode of the SmartLess podcast, Brown discussed her long-standing desire to start a family, emphasizing that her wish to adopt was not a recent development. “My mom actually had her first child at 21, and my dad was 19,” she shared, reflecting on her parents’ youthful entry into parenthood. Brown explained that her own yearning to become a mother predated her relationship with Bongiovi: “Since before I met Jake... like, since I was a baby. I told my mom... I wanted to be a mom just like the way my mom was to me.”
Brown’s vision of family has always been inclusive. She remarked on the podcast, “For me personally, it’s a huge thing. Jake was like, ‘We cannot do that until we get married.’ So that was his thing. And my thing was I really want a family. I really want a big family. Like, I’m one of four; he’s one of four. So it is definitely in our future.” According to The Independent, she went on to say, “But for me, I don’t see having your own child as really any different from adopting.” This sentiment speaks volumes about the couple’s approach to parenthood: love and openness, regardless of biological ties.
Jake Bongiovi, now 23, shares this vision. The couple’s journey to parenthood has been marked by mutual understanding and respect for each other’s values. Brown expressed, “Jake knows how important it is to me, and of course I want to focus on really establishing myself as an actor and as a producer, but I also find it’s so important to start a family—for me personally, it’s a huge thing.” Their home, she said, is “full of love for anyone and anything. So that is what we stand by. Our energy in the house is like, the door is always open, and we want everyone to feel really comfortable.”
Their relationship timeline has unfolded in the public eye, albeit with a notable degree of discretion. The couple first confirmed their relationship in June 2021 with a selfie posted on social media. Their engagement was announced in April 2023 when Brown, then 19, shared a black and white photo on Instagram, captioned with lyrics from Taylor Swift’s “Lover”: “I’ve loved you three summers now, honey, I want ‘em all.” Two months later, they celebrated their engagement with a private party, posing for photos in front of heart-shaped white balloons and a glowing sign reading “Mr & Mrs Bongiovi.”
The wedding itself was a quiet, intimate affair. As reported by The Independent, the ceremony took place in May 2024 and was attended by their closest friends and family, including Bongiovi’s father, rock legend Jon Bon Jovi. A source told People magazine, “It was a very low-key, romantic affair with their closest family with them as they said their vows.” This understated approach to major life events has become something of a hallmark for the couple, who seem to prefer meaningful moments over grand displays.
Brown’s reflections on her relationship with Bongiovi have been candid and endearing. In an interview with The Sunday Times, she recalled their first meeting with a sense of certainty that belied her years. “I ran to my mum and said: ‘I really, really like him!’ After we met we knew we never wanted to leave each other’s side,” she recounted. “You can’t pinpoint why, it’s just the feeling of knowing that that’s the person you want to spend the rest of your time with. I think so much of life is overthinking. The one thing that made clear sense to me was him. So I didn’t really have to do much thinking.”
The couple’s approach to adoption reflects broader shifts in how public figures are choosing to define family. Brown’s assertion that “having your own child is really no different from adopting” is a powerful message, especially coming from someone in the public eye. It speaks to a growing recognition that love, not biology, is the foundation of family. Their willingness to share this message—while still fiercely protecting their child’s privacy—offers a nuanced example of how celebrities can use their platforms for advocacy without sacrificing personal boundaries.
As of August 2025, Brown and Bongiovi are settling into their new roles as parents. While they have chosen to keep many details private, their openness about the journey that led them to adoption has resonated with fans. By sharing their story, they are helping to normalize adoption and encourage conversations about what it means to build a family in today’s world.
Their announcement marks not just a personal milestone, but a public affirmation of values rooted in love, acceptance, and inclusivity. As Brown and Bongiovi embark on this new chapter, their story continues to inspire, reminding us all that family can take many forms—and that, sometimes, the most beautiful beginnings are the quietest ones.
