Millie Bobby Brown, who stars as Eleven, has responded directly to rumors swirling around her relationship with co-star David Harbour from the hit show “Stranger Things.” The focus keyword David Harbour Stranger Things emerged after speculation that she had previously made claims regarding David Harbour’s on-set behavior, but Brown made it clear that their working relationship remains strong.
A Decade-Long On-Screen Bond
Brown, now 21, and Harbour, 50, portray the surrogate father-daughter duo of Eleven and Jim Hopper. As the show’s emotional center, the connection between these two characters has been pivotal, especially given Hopper’s mentoring and parental role toward Eleven. Brown discussed their on- and off-camera rapport during an interview with Deadline, addressing inappropriate rumors and highlighting a decade of mutual respect and trust.
I mean, we’ve worked together for 10 years. I feel safe with everyone on that set,
Millie Bobby Brown, Actress
You naturally just… you know, you’ve been doing it for so long. We also play father and daughter so naturally, we have a closer bond than the rest because we have had some really intense scenes together, especially in Season 2.
Millie Bobby Brown, Actress
Emphasizing Professionalism and Support
Brown went further, explaining the level of preparation and collaboration she and Harbour invest into their performances. Their shared history filming intense scenes—especially during Season 2—has influenced both their professional relationship and personal friendship.
David and I have a great relationship, we work really closely together in the scenes and preparing for the scenes and I really am excited to see — for everyone to see the labor of love and hard work we’ve put into the closure of our relationship and what that looks like.
Millie Bobby Brown, Actress
Season Five Launches Amid Reunion Rumors
The highly anticipated fifth season of “Stranger Things” began airing earlier this week, with the second volume scheduled to be released on Christmas Day. This new chapter promises to deliver meaningful moments between Eleven and Hopper, reflecting both actors’ dedication to their craft and the strong ties they’ve developed over the years.
Those scenes that I feel, I think, are going to be quite impactful. I love it. It makes me want to bring my A game every single time I see that I’m on the call sheet working with him because I know he’s bringing it right back,
Millie Bobby Brown, Actress
Moving Past Rumors and Focusing on Friendship
In a separate interview, Millie Bobby Brown commented on her and Harbour’s off-set dynamic, emphasizing that their friendship is a cornerstone of their experience on the series. Their recent public reunion at the show’s NYC premiere sent a clear message to fans and media that any rumors of discord were unfounded. The cast’s camaraderie and long history remain central as the series approaches its finale, ensuring the characters’ journey and the actors’ bond are deeply felt by everyone involved.
