Millie Bobby Brown Slams Media for “Bullying” and Ageism
Actress Millie Bobby Brown is taking a stand against the media’s scrutiny of her appearance. In a powerful Instagram video, the 21-year-old “Stranger Things” star called out journalists and publications for criticizing her looks and perpetuating harmful beauty standards for young women.
Brown’s Response to Criticism:
Brown’s recent press tour for the Netflix film “The Electric State” has been met with a wave of articles dissecting her appearance, with some publications even suggesting she looks “too old” for her age.
“I grew up in front of the world, and for some reason, people can’t seem to grow with me,” Brown stated in her video. “Instead, they act like I’m supposed to stay frozen in time, like I should look the way I did on ‘Stranger Things’ Season 1. And now because I don’t, I’m a target.”
She specifically called out articles with headlines like “What has Millie Bobby Brown done to her face?” and “Millie Bobby Brown mistaken for someone’s mom,” expressing her disappointment that adult writers, particularly women, would spend their time scrutinizing her appearance.
Calling Out Ageism and Misogyny:
Brown’s experience echoes the sentiments expressed by Madonna in 2023, who also criticized the media’s obsession with her appearance and the prevalence of ageism and misogyny in the entertainment industry.
Brown emphasized the damaging impact of these unrealistic beauty standards on young women, stating, “The fact that adult writers are spending their time dissecting my face, my body, my choices, it’s disturbing. The fact that some of these articles are written by women? Even worse.”
A Call for Change:
Brown concluded her video with a defiant message, refusing to apologize for growing up and calling for a change in how the media treats young women. “Let’s do better. Not just for me, but for every young girl who deserves to grow up without fear of being torn apart for simply existing.”
Support from Fellow Stars:
Brown’s video has garnered widespread support from fellow celebrities, including Sarah Jessica Parker, Sharon Stone, Matthew Modine, and Winnie Harlow, who have praised her for speaking out against ageism and bullying.
A Powerful Message:
Brown’s powerful message resonates with many young women who face similar pressures to conform to unrealistic beauty standards. Her willingness to speak out against the media’s harmful practices is a testament to her strength and resilience, and her call for change is an important reminder that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, regardless of their age or appearance.
