Millie Bobby Brown Reveals Why She Married Jake Bongiovi At Such A Young Age!

Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi’s whirlwind romance has led to a beautiful marriage, but the decision to tie the knot at such a young age was anything but rushed. In a recent interview, the Stranger Things star revealed what made her realize that Jake Bongiovi was the one she wanted to spend the rest of her life with.

A Love Built Over Time

In a candid conversation with Alex Cooper on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Brown shared how her relationship with Jake has evolved over the past four years. The couple, who secretly married in May 2024 when Brown was just 20, began their journey together in 2021. Brown reflected on the moment when she first realized she could see a future with Jake.

“We’ve been together for four years, so I guess maybe when we moved in together,” Brown said. “We had dogs together, and we were taking care of our animals, and we started living this day-to-day life. I thought, ‘Oh, I really don’t think I could ever see you as anything else. I don’t want to be with anyone else ever again. I don’t want to date, I don’t want to meet anyone, I want you.’”

It was in these quiet, everyday moments that Brown knew Jake was the one. But what solidified her feelings further were the deep, meaningful conversations they shared.

Conversations About the Future

One key moment that made Brown feel sure about marrying Jake was their conversations about the future. The couple talked about everything from their political views to the way they wanted to raise their children. These discussions, Brown explained, were unlike anything she had experienced before in past relationships.

“When we started talking about politics and how we want to raise our kids… we started talking about really, really big things that I’d obviously never spoken about,” Brown shared. “But to be able to even think about those things, I was like, ‘S—. Okay, maybe I do want to be with him forever.’”

However, at the time, Brown didn’t know if Jake shared the same sentiments. They had discussed marriage, but the timing of the proposal was still uncertain. When Jake eventually popped the question, Brown knew everything had fallen into place.

“When he proposed, I was like, it makes sense. Everything aligned,” she said.

The Importance of Strong Role Models

Another important factor in the couple’s decision to marry at a young age was the example set by their families. Both Millie and Jake came from households where young love had stood the test of time.

“His parents got married really young — they’re high school sweethearts,” Brown explained, referring to Jake’s parents, Jon Bon Jovi and his wife, Dorothea Bongiovi. “My parents got married really young. They met when they were 19.”

For the couple, having such strong examples of lasting love in their families meant that they didn’t question their own relationship. “We had really great role models growing up, so we didn’t see any different. We didn’t get jaded by all the other stuff,” Brown added.

A Solid Foundation

As the couple continues to grow together, Brown feels confident in her decision to marry Jake. In an interview with Vanity Fair in February 2025, she described their relationship as “pretty united.” They had carefully discussed important topics like the kind of home they wanted, their future careers, and the family they hoped to build.

“It’s such an important decision, and we wanted to make sure we were making the right one,” Brown said. “I knew I was. It always felt right with him.”

Brown went on to share how Jake was the first man she had ever truly fallen in love with. “Jake is the first man I have ever loved and been in love with,” she said, reflecting on the deep connection they share.

A New Chapter in Their Lives

Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi’s journey together is just beginning, but it’s clear they have a solid foundation built on love, trust, and mutual understanding. With a strong support system from their families and a deep connection that has only grown over the years, their marriage is poised for long-term success. While they may be young, their commitment to each other is undeniable, and they’ve shown that true love can blossom even at an early age.