'Stranger Things' Creators Respond to Viral Bullying Allegations
The press tour for the fifth season of Stranger Things has been running actively since Monday, but Netflix avoided addressing a viral report alleging that Millie Bobby Brown accused her co-star David Harbour of bullying on set.
Despite the online rumors, both Brown and Harbour appeared friendly and relaxed at the show’s world premiere in Los Angeles on Thursday evening, presenting a united front before the media.
Creators’ Statement on the Allegations
“Obviously, you understand I can’t get into personal on-set matters, but I will say we’ve been doing this for 10 years with this cast, and at this point they’re family and we deeply care about them. So, you know, nothing matters more than just having a set where everyone feels safe and happy,”
— Ross Duffer, co-creator of Stranger Things
“At the end of the day, that’s the job. You have to create a respectful workplace where everyone feels comfortable and safe, and so we did everything to build that environment. And we’re proud of the fact that we did so.”
— Shawn Levy, director and executive producer
“I’ve read a bunch of stories and they range from wildly inaccurate to… there’s so much noise around it. But the truth is that we view this crew and this cast as family.”
— Shawn Levy
Summary
The show's creators and producers downplayed viral allegations, emphasizing unity and a safe work environment within the long-standing Stranger Things team.
Author’s summary: The Duffers and Shawn Levy reaffirm solidarity among cast and crew, rejecting rumors while highlighting respect and care on set.
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