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Millie Bobby Brown calls out journalists for 'bullying' her over appearance

Millie Bobby Brown calls out journalists for 'bullying' her over appearance
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Millie Bobby Brown, known for her role in "Stranger Things", has spoken out against recent media coverage of her appearance, stating, "This isn't journalism, this is bullying."

The 21-year-old actress shared a three-minute video on Instagram, where she criticised article headlines and directly named the journalists responsible.

Brown has been actively promoting her latest film, "The Electric State", while also attending events like the SAG and Brit Awards in recent weeks.

Reflecting on her experiences, she stated, "I grew up in front of the world, and for some reason, people can't seem to grow up with me."

She continued, "People act as if I'm supposed to stay the same, as if I should still look like I did in 'Stranger Things' season one. And since I don't, I've become a target."

The articles Brown called out critique her hairstyle, facial features, body, and fashion choices, with some suggesting she appears older than her actual age.

"It's unsettling that adult writers are spending their time analysing my face, my body, and my personal choices," she said.

She also pointed out, "It's even more disappointing that some of these articles are written by women."

Brown has been in the public eye since she was nine, appearing in "Once Upon a Time in Wonderland" on ABC and "Intruders" on BBC America.

Her breakthrough role came in 2016 when she was cast as Eleven in Netflix's sci-fi sensation"Stranger Things".

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Millie Bobby Brown calls out journalists for 'bullying' her over appearance

Millie Bobby Brown calls out journalists for 'bullying' her over appearance
Photo: AP

Millie Bobby Brown, known for her role in "Stranger Things", has spoken out against recent media coverage of her appearance, stating, "This isn't journalism, this is bullying."

The 21-year-old actress shared a three-minute video on Instagram, where she criticised article headlines and directly named the journalists responsible.

Brown has been actively promoting her latest film, "The Electric State", while also attending events like the SAG and Brit Awards in recent weeks.

Reflecting on her experiences, she stated, "I grew up in front of the world, and for some reason, people can't seem to grow up with me."

She continued, "People act as if I'm supposed to stay the same, as if I should still look like I did in 'Stranger Things' season one. And since I don't, I've become a target."

The articles Brown called out critique her hairstyle, facial features, body, and fashion choices, with some suggesting she appears older than her actual age.

"It's unsettling that adult writers are spending their time analysing my face, my body, and my personal choices," she said.

She also pointed out, "It's even more disappointing that some of these articles are written by women."

Brown has been in the public eye since she was nine, appearing in "Once Upon a Time in Wonderland" on ABC and "Intruders" on BBC America.

Her breakthrough role came in 2016 when she was cast as Eleven in Netflix's sci-fi sensation"Stranger Things".

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