Millie Bobby Brown Responds to Critics Over Looks Amid Growing Up in the Public Eye

Millie Bobby Brown, the 20-year-old star of ‘Stranger Things,’ has taken to social media to address recent criticism regarding her appearance. The actress, who has been in the spotlight since she was a child, has faced backlash from some social media users who claim she looks older than her actual age. In a new Instagram post, Brown shared a candid selfie and wrote, ‘If you can’t handle me at my worst, then you don’t deserve me at my best.’ This statement was accompanied by a heartfelt caption where she emphasized the importance of self-acceptance, stating, ‘At the end of the day, it’s just about being happy with yourself. It’s so easy to tear someone down but I choose to build myself up and others up as well.’ Millie has always been open about the challenges of growing up under public scrutiny and previously mentioned how it affects her mental health. She revealed, ‘It’s more about how you balance that part of your life. And I really focus on the people I love and the things that I love to make sure I keep my feet on the ground.’ In response to the negative comments, Brown stressed that nobody should feel pressured to conform to society’s beauty standards. She encouraged her followers to embrace their uniqueness and to remember that everyone is on their own journey. Brown’s resilience in dealing with public criticism has been widely praised, and many fans have rallied around her in support, saying they admire her strength and authenticity.