Inside Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi’s 'Magical' Newlywed Life — and How They Stay Close to His Family (Exclusive)

Mar. 15, 2025

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A source close to the couple tells PEOPLE that Brown, 20, and Bongiovi, 22, have been “enjoying a magical year” as husband and wife and can’t wait to mark their first holiday season as newlyweds.

“Millie is very happy with Jake. She loves celebrating Thanksgiving with Jake and his family,” the insider says. “She raves about his mom’s cooking. Their family gatherings are always very special and welcoming.”

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Despite her love for Thanksgiving, the source says Christmas is theStranger Thingsstar’s “absolute favorite holiday.”

“She always starts decorating early. She’s embracing it all even more now as [a] married [woman],” adds the source.

The couple, whofirst sparked romance rumorsin June 2021,secretly tied the knotin May 2024 during a “very low-key, romantic affair with their closest family.” At the time, PEOPLE confirmed that Bongiovi’s parentsJon Bon JoviandDorothea Bongioviwere in attendance along with Brown’s parents.

Soon after, the rocker proudlyconfirmed that the couple marriedin a clip of his appearance on BBC’sThe One Showshared onX, formerly Twitter, on Tuesday, May 28.

“They’re great,” said Bon Jovi, 62. “They’re absolutely fantastic. It was a very small family wedding, and the bride looked gorgeous, and Jake is happy as can be. It’s true.”

Several months later, Brown and Bongiovi hosted alavish Italian weddingand shared photos of the happy celebration on their respective Instagram accounts.

“Forever and always, your wife,” the actress captioned acarouselof images, which featured photos from their nuptials and Brown’s two stunning bridal gowns.

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Bongiovi also shared his ownset of imageson Instagram from the couple’s special day.

“Forever and always, your husband,” he captioned photos of the newlyweds. In his carousel, the couple can be seen exchanging vows under white floral arch. In other photos, the pair smiles in front of rows of tall trees. Bongiovi could also be seen sharing a shot with his dad.

source: people.com