Millie Bobby Brown recalls feeling 'broken' after missing out on role opposite Hugh Jackman
Los Angeles, July 5
Actor Millie Bobby Brown has opened up about one of the auditions she still remembers from her childhood, revealing that she felt "broken" after failing to land a role opposite Hugh Jackman in one of the Wolverine films, according to People.
Brown made the revelation while appearing alongside her Enola Holmes 3 co-star Louis Partridge where the actors attempted to determine whether each other's stories were true or false.
Asked to share her best audition story, Brown recalled screen-testing with Hugh Jackman when she was around 11 or 12 years old for what she described as one of "the Wolverine movies."
Reflecting on the experience, Brown admitted she was convinced she had not secured the role, according to People.
"I felt like I probably didn't get it because I think there was someone else that was better," she said, adding that she felt "broken" after the audition.
Partridge guessed the story was true, noting that Brown could have been auditioning for the role of X-23 in the 2017 film Logan, a part that eventually went to Dafne Keen, who was 11 at the time, according to People.
Brown confirmed the story was true, revealing that she had deliberately referred to it as one of the "Wolverine movies" in an attempt to mislead her co-star during the game.
Although she missed out on the role, Brown went on to achieve global recognition as Eleven in Netflix's hit sci-fi series Stranger Things, portraying the character across five seasons.
The actor wrapped filming on the show's final season in December 2024 and marked the occasion with an emotional post on Instagram, sharing photographs from her years on the series along with a video of her farewell speech to the cast and crew.
"Isn't graduation supposed to bring relief? Like you're glad to leave behind the teachers and classmates. Not me. I am nowhere near ready to leave you guys," Brown said in the clip. "I love each and every one of you and I will forever carry the memories and bonds we created together as a family. I love you, thank you," according to People.
Alongside Stranger Things, Brown has headlined several projects, including the Enola Holmes films, Damsel and Godzilla: King of the Monsters.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Honestly, I don't understand the hype around these celebrity sob stories. She missed a role at age 11? Join the club. Millions of kids audition and don't get parts. She's now worth millions and globally famous - maybe focus on that instead of dwelling on a childhood rejection? Just saying.
This reminds me of how we in India often face similar rejections - be it competitive exams, job interviews, or even arranged marriage setups. 😂 The key is to not let it break you. Millie's story is proof that one closed door doesn't mean all doors are closed. And who knows? Maybe X-23 wouldn't have suited her as much as Eleven did. Karma has its own plans!
It's interesting how even successful actors still remember their early rejections. But let's be real - Hugh Jackman is a legend, and going for a Wolverine film at that age? That's brave. Also, Dafne Keen was brilliant as X-23. No hard feelings, everything worked out for everyone. Jai Ho to good casting decisions! 🎬
Respect to her for being honest about feeling 'broken.' In our Indian society, we often teach kids to suppress emotions - 'beta, strong bano.' But it's okay to feel hurt. What matters is getting back up. She's doing amazing work - Stranger Things, Enola Holmes, Damsel. That's the real victory! 🌟
As someone who's worked in the entertainment industry here in India, I can tell you rejection is part of the
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