Millie Bobby Brown Responds to Plastic Surgery Rumors
Millie Bobby Brown has broken her silence on the plastic surgery rumors surrounding her, terming the rumors an act of bullying and more hurtful when targeted at young girls. The Stranger Things actress talked about the rumors in a recent interview where she opened up on the effects that public scrutiny of her looks has had on her mental well-being.
The 21-year-old actress shared that the speculations continued when she was attending promotional events for her new film, *The Electric State*. Rather than talking extensively about her film, the topic of a couple of headlines and web conversations revolved around her appearance, whether or not she had undergone plastic surgery. Brown was adamant that the reports weren’t just untrue but also very damaging.
She went on to explain how this much-criticized activity made her feel overwhelmed with emotions, to the point where she herself admits to being very tearful for a couple of days. Brown went on to say how trying out cosmetics, hair colors, or fashion, which most people can do, should never result in accusations.
Although being in the limelight carries its share of attention, Brown pointed out that there clearly is a distinction between responsible reporting and intrusive comment. In fact, she asserted that emphasizing a female’s looks instead of accomplishments adds to unrealistic standards of beauty.
Speaking Up for Young Girls and Growing Up in the Spotlight
Millie Bobby Brown did point out that those kinds of rumors don’t just hurt celebrities but can actually cause serious damage to young girls who look up to public figures. She said the speculation is a form of bullying that might destroy confidence and self-esteem, especially because they are still finding themselves.
Having entered the industry as a child, Brown said many people seem unwilling to accept she is growing up. She said some critics really did expect her to stay as she was years ago and that when she naturally changed, she became an easy target. Brown deemed this kind of thinking very unfair and unrealistic.
The actress has also taken the issue to social media, reiterating her message of kindness, respect, and allowing people to grow without judgment. Her stance has been supported by scores of her fans and fellow celebrities who lauded her for going against toxic beauty standards.
With openness, Millie Bobby Brown wants to motivate healthy conversations on appearance and self-expression. She stressed that the processes of evolution, experimentation, and maturation are all parts of life that should never be shaming or speculated upon. Her message reminds that empathy matters-online and offline.
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