5 Shocking Updates About Millie Bobby Brown And Jake Bongiovi: Secret Wedding, Name Change, And New Baby
The whirlwind romance between actress Millie Bobby Brown and model Jake Bongiovi has culminated in a series of major life announcements that have stunned fans across the globe. As of late December 2025, the young power couple has not only secretly tied the knot but also embraced a significant new chapter as parents, all while the *Stranger Things* star has quietly undergone a major personal change.
The relationship, which began online and quickly became one of Hollywood’s most talked-about pairings, has progressed at a remarkable pace, moving from a viral engagement announcement to a low-key, private marriage, and now, a new family. Here are the most recent and essential updates you need to know about Millie and her husband, Jake Bongiovi.
The Bongiovi Family: A Complete Profile
Before diving into the latest news, here is a detailed look at the two individuals who have captured the world’s attention.
- Millie Bobby Brown (Now Millie Bonnie Bongiovi)
- Full Name: Millie Bonnie Bongiovi (née Brown)
- Date of Birth: February 19, 2004
- Age: 21 (as of 2025)
- Place of Birth: Marbella, Spain
- Nationality: British
- Parents: Kelly and Robert Brown
- Known For: Portraying Eleven in the Netflix series Stranger Things, and starring as the titular character in the Enola Holmes film series.
- Career Highlights: Two-time Emmy Award nominee, one of the youngest people ever to be named to the TIME 100 list.
- Jake Bongiovi
- Full Name: Jacob Hurley Bongiovi
- Date of Birth: May 7, 2002
- Age: 23 (as of 2025)
- Place of Birth: New Jersey, USA
- Nationality: American
- Parents: Rock icon Jon Bon Jovi and Dorothea Hurley
- Known For: American model and budding actor. He is the youngest of his three siblings: Stephanie, Jesse, and Romeo.
- Education: Attended Syracuse University.
The Secret Wedding: A Low-Key Affair in May 2024
Despite the high-profile nature of their engagement announcement in April 2023, the couple opted for a decidedly private approach to their actual wedding.
Millie and Jake officially tied the knot in May 2024.
The ceremony was described as a "very low-key, romantic affair" attended only by their closest family members.
This decision to keep their nuptials under wraps, a contrast to many celebrity couples, underscores their desire for privacy regarding their personal milestones.
Details about the event have slowly emerged, including the fact that they had a special guest performer at the wedding reception.
The wedding came just over a year after their engagement, where Jake proposed with two rings: a stunning 3-carat heirloom ring that belonged to Millie’s mother, in addition to a ring he purchased himself, making the moment deeply sentimental.
The quick timeline from engagement to marriage at such a young age—Millie was 20 and Jake 22—has drawn parallels to Jake's own parents, Jon Bon Jovi and Dorothea Hurley, who also married young.
Millie’s Major Name Change: Dropping ‘Bobby Brown’
One of the most surprising and recent revelations is the change to Millie's official, legal name following her marriage to Jake.
In a recent interview, the actress confirmed that she has officially dropped "Bobby" and "Brown" from her legal name.
Her new full legal name is Millie Bonnie Bongiovi.
The change comes over a year after the secret wedding and signifies a clear commitment to her new family identity as a Bongiovi.
While she continues to use her professional stage name, Millie Bobby Brown, for her work in projects like *Stranger Things* and *Enola Holmes 3*, she has requested that people use her new government name in personal contexts.
This subtle but significant shift is a powerful statement about her personal life taking precedence over her public persona.
The New Family Chapter: Welcoming a Baby Girl
Adding to the list of major life changes, the couple publicly began their next chapter as parents in the summer of 2025.
Millie and Jake revealed that they recently adopted a baby girl.
The news of the adoption came as a surprise to many fans, who had speculated about a pregnancy following the wedding.
The couple has been fiercely protective of their daughter's privacy, choosing not to reveal her name or any further personal details.
However, they have shared a few heartwarming snaps with their new baby girl, showing them cuddling up as a new family of three.
This move into parenthood at a young age further solidifies the bond between the celebrity couple and marks a major milestone in their shared journey.
Relationship Timeline and Future Projects
The relationship between the young couple has moved quickly since they first met online in 2021.
- June 2021: Romance rumors first sparked as they began to be seen together publicly.
- 2022: They made their red carpet debut at the BAFTA Awards.
- April 2023: Announced their engagement on Instagram with a viral photo and a caption referencing Taylor Swift’s "Lover."
- May 2024: Secretly married in a low-key ceremony with family.
- Summer 2025: Announced the adoption of their baby girl.
Professionally, Millie continues to be busy, with her latest Netflix project, *Enola Holmes 3*, having begun production recently.
Jake, a model and actor himself, is often seen supporting his wife at various events, though they skipped the 2025 Met Gala, likely due to Millie's filming commitments.
The Bongiovi family is clearly focused on their new life together, balancing high-profile careers with a private, growing family. Their unique story—from a digital meeting to a secret marriage and new parenthood—makes them one of the most intriguing and closely watched celebrity couples today.
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