Millie Bobby Brown, David Harbour end bullying rumors with warm hug at 'Stranger Things 5' premiere

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour appeared to put their differences aside as they reunited on the red carpet for the ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 premiere in Los Angeles on Thursday, November 6.

The on-screen father-daughter duo smiled for cameras and posed together, just days after reports surfaced alleging that Brown had filed a bullying and harassment complaint against Harbour ahead of filming the final season of the Netflix hit. 

David Harbour pulls Millie Bobby Brown in for a hug amid bullying rumors

Millie Bobby Brown, 21, stunned in a sheer lace column gown with off-the-shoulder feather detailing, accessorized with chandelier earrings and an oversized diamond ring. Her reddish-brown hair was swept into an elegant updo as she wrapped an arm around Harbour, 50, for photographs.

Harbour looked sharp in a classic pinstriped black suit and matching tie, flashing a knowing grin as the pair shared a lighthearted laugh for photographers.

Fans noted the cordial display came as a surprise following a Daily Mail report earlier this week that claimed Brown had filed a formal complaint against Harbour prior to the filming of Season 5.

According to the outlet, the complaint contained “pages and pages of accusations,” prompting an internal investigation that lasted for months. The source said Harbour was not accused of any sexual misconduct but did not disclose the outcome of the probe.

The report also alleged that Brown filmed the series finale with a personal representative on set to ensure her comfort. Neither Brown nor Harbour has publicly addressed the allegations, and both appeared composed at the premiere.

Millie Bobby Brown's past interview resurfaces amid bullying rumors 

Speculation about tension between the co-stars gained traction after a resurfaced MTV interview from 2024 showed Millie Bobby Brown's awkward reaction when asked if David Harbour would officiate her wedding to Jake Bongiovi.

The actress hesitated before replying, “Yes,” then quickly added, “I don’t know how I feel about that. Sure.” She later suggested co-star Matthew Modine instead, who did end up officiating her May 2024 wedding ceremony.

Meanwhile, Harbour has been navigating his own share of personal headlines following his split from singer Lily Allen. In her latest album West End Girl, Allen appeared to imply that Harbour was a sex addict who violated the terms of their open marriage.

David Harbour reflects on past mistakes and moving forward

In a recent interview with Esquire UK, the ‘Hellboy’ actor reflected on turning 50 and how his life choices have shaped him. He admitted he’d “change either everything or nothing,” adding, “You either accept your path completely and realize that even the pain and the slip-ups and the mistakes are all part of the journey.”

Despite the behind-the-scenes drama, Harbour and Brown’s joint appearance signaled professionalism and unity as ‘Stranger Things’ prepares to air its highly anticipated final season. Fans online praised both actors for “keeping it classy” and “putting the work first.”