SUMMARY
  • Millie Bobby Brown married Jake Bongiovi in a stunning Italian ceremony.
  • Matthew Modine, her 'Stranger Things' co-star, officiated their wedding.
  • Fans found the moment heartwarming, despite its slightly strange irony.

Millie Bobby Brown just gave us the ultimate #WeddingGoals moment. Picture this: a dreamy Italian wedding, lush green hills, and a surprise officiant that’ll make every Stranger Things fan do a double take. That’s right!

Millie Bobby Brown as Enola Holmes in the titular show
Millie Bobby Brown as Enola Holmes in the titular show (Credits: Netflix)

Bobby Brown tied the knot with her longtime beau, Jake Bongiovi, in a breathtaking ceremony, but here’s the twist—her wedding was officiated by none other than her former co-star Matthew Modine, aka Papa from Stranger Things!

Fans everywhere are losing their minds, not just because of the wedding, but because the actor who played a creepy villain is now presiding over the happiest day of the actress’ life. Like, can you imagine? The irony is strong here.

Matthew Modine Officiated Millie Bobby Brown’s Wedding

Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi‘s wedding wasn’t just any ceremony—it was a full-on star-studded affair in the gorgeous Tuscan countryside. After an intimate ceremony back in May, they celebrated with family and friends.

Jake Bongiovi and Millie Bobby Brown
Jake Bongiovi and Millie Bobby Brown (Credits: Instagram/@milliebobbybrown)

The couple exchanged their heartfelt vows in a stunning garden surrounded by lush fir trees. The actress shared the cutest Instagram post, captioning it, “forever and always, your wife.” Meanwhile, her husband matched the vibe with, “forever and always, your husband.”

Can we get a collective ‘aww’ for that? The love was palpable, and you could almost hear the wedding bells ringing across the hills. But the catch? Their beloved friend, Matthew Modine, stepped into the role of officiant.

That’s right! The actor who gave us major chills as Papa is now spreading the love. In an interview with Access Hollywood, Modine revealed:

I wrote the wedding vows and they love what I wrote for them to to join hands and become a husband and wife.

Bobby Brown and Modine’s friendship goes way back to when she was just 11, filming the first season of Stranger Things. Their bond blossomed on set and has only grown stronger over the years. Can you believe they’ve shared road trips and even had him stay at her family’s guest house? That’s friendship goals right there!

Fans React to Matthew Modine’s Officiation Role

Millie Bobby Brown and Matthew Modine
Millie Bobby Brown and Matthew Modine in Stranger Things (Credits: Netflix)

Fans were quick to notice the delightful irony of the situation. One fan said it was a “tiny bit creepy,” given the nature of their on-screen relationship, but they still found it heartwarming. Check out some of their reactions: 

Moreover, Bobby Brown and Bongiovi have also become known for their massive pet family, sharing nine dogs and fostering 23 more. This couple is not just about romantic love; they’re spreading that good energy to their furry friends as well.

Here’s to love in all its forms! The two started dating in June 2021, but they went Insta-official that November. They got engaged last April.

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