Millie Bobby Brown reveals Jon Bon Jovi's grandpa routine with her and Jake Bongiovi's daughter

Millie Bobby Brown had high praise for Jon Bon Jovi and his wife, Dorothea Hurley, describing them as loving and deeply involved grandparents
Millie Bobby Brown reflected on Jon Bon Jovi's bond with her and Jake Bongiovi's daughter, whom they welcomed through adoption in August 2025 (Agostini/Invision/AP, Getty Images)
Millie Bobby Brown reflected on Jon Bon Jovi's bond with her and Jake Bongiovi's daughter, whom they welcomed through adoption in August 2025 (Agostini/Invision/AP, Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Millie Bobby Brown is giving fans a rare glimpse into her family life with the Bongiovis. As excitement continues to build around 'Enola Holmes 3', the actress has opened up about father-in-law Jon Bon Jovi's role as a grandfather. 

The young mother also had high praise for Bon Jovi and his wife, Dorothea Hurley, describing them as loving and deeply involved grandparents.

Jake Bongiovi and Millie Bobby Brown attend the Enola Holmes 3 NY Premiere on June 25, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for Netflix)
Jake Bongiovi and Millie Bobby Brown attend the Enola Holmes 3 NY Premiere on June 25, 2026, in New York City (Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for Netflix)

Millie Bobby Brown says Jon Bon Jovi is a hands-on grandfather

During an interview with 'Today' on Thursday, June 25, the 22-year-old 'Damsel' star opened up about her upcoming projects, bidding farewell to 'Stranger Things', and life with her baby girl, whom she shares with her husband, Jake Bongiovi.

Brown revealed that the rocker enjoys spending entire days with his granddaughter and has fully embraced grandfatherhood. "They just had her the other day for the whole day, and they went to Target and got like a cart full of things for her," she said. 

"You know he's just always on the floor crawling around with her and dying laughing, videoing every new thing she does. He's the best and so is Dorothea, my amazing mother-in-law," Brown added.

She also praised both Bon Jovi and Dorothea for the love and attention they give their granddaughter. "They're the most present grandparents, and we couldn't be luckier to have them in her life," Brown said, highlighting how actively involved they are in her daughter's life. 

Jake Bongiovi, Millie Bobby Brown, Dorothea Hurley, and Jon Bon Jovi attend the Damsel World Premiere at The Plaza on March 01, 2024 in New York City.
Jake Bongiovi, Millie Bobby Brown, Dorothea Hurley, and Jon Bon Jovi attend the Damsel World Premiere at The Plaza on March 1, 2024, in New York City (Getty Images)

During her recent appearance on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon', the actress shared another update about life with her baby girl and her growing family.  Brown revealed that everyone in the family is "obsessed" with the little one, joking that she "doesn't ever really get put down" because someone is always holding her. 

Speaking about Bon Jovi, Brown said the rock legend often jokes that "she is just going to be, you know, be carried away for the next 18 years," highlighting how much the family dotes on the baby.

Millie Bobby Brown reflects on adoption journey with Jake Bongiovi

Millie Bobby Brown married Jake Bongiovi in 2024. The couple has chosen to keep their daughter's identity out of the public eye, not revealing her name or sharing photos of her face. The 'Stranger Things' actress talks about her daughter and gives small updates now and then.

Speaking on Kylie Kelce's 'Not Gonna Lie' podcast, Brown reflected on the emotional adoption process and encouraged prospective parents to be patient. "Every journey is different. Waiting for the call is the hardest part," she said. 

"I just would always encourage you to understand that every journey is different. Don't compare yourself to others, don't compare yourself to statistics, don't compare yourself to other families, but your baby is out there, and you'll find each other," the 22-year-old expressed. 

Brown added that adoption had always been part of her future, saying she grew up dreaming of adopting. While she hopes to become pregnant one day, she emphasized: "Adoption is love, adoption is forever."

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