In a recent episode of Kylie Kelce's podcast "Not Gonna Lie," British actress Millie Bobby Brown joined the conversation to discuss the intersection of chivalry and feminism. The two-time Emmy Award-nominated actress addressed criticism directed at her husband, Jake Bongiovi, for not carrying her bags.
Millie Bobby Brown Defends Her Husband
Brown expressed frustration over societal expectations, stating, "Hi, I'm Millie Bobby Brown, and I'm Not Gonna Lie: when did women become incapable of holding their own bags, car seats, and stuff? This stems from me holding all of my suitcases and bags and my kid, and people are like, 'Your husband doesn't hold a single thing.' And I'm like, 'Because I'm three miles ahead, I have been planning this all night.'"
She continued, "We're all about empowering girls, and like, 'You got it, you don't need a man.' But then when I'm like, 'Okay, I can carry my own thing,' people are like, 'Where's your husband?' And I'm like, 'I can also do it on my own.' Nobody knows my husband. My husband is the most polite, sweet, like, will do anything for me, but he also knows I'm capable."
Kylie Kelce Shares Her Perspective
Kylie Kelce agreed with Brown, saying, "I love this so much." Brown responded, "I thought you would, because you strike me as the same kind of person." Kelce then shared her own experience: "The number of times that I have people come up to me and be like, 'Do you need help with that bag?' And I'm like, 'Hey guys, I really appreciate it, but if I needed help, I'd ask for it.' The first person I'm asking, you guessed it, my husband [Jason Kelce]. Thank you."
The mother of four explained that while she appreciates chivalry, she prefers a feminism rooted in equality—one where women are seen as capable and can ask for help when needed. "I enjoy the idea of chivalry," Kelce said. "I don't want it to be dead. I want there to be a degree of politeness and catering to your woman and whatever. But at the same time, don't act like I'm broken or dainty. I am not." Brown agreed, saying, "I'm not broken."
Online Reactions
The discussion sparked a range of reactions online. One user commented, "Loser rich women pushing traditional wife b***s**t when my dad went above & beyond to make sure they were partners & my mom was supported. Both of their spouses give off white male privilege. I mean, Jason only really did anything hands-on because he retired." Another declared, "Obviously, you got it and don't need a man. But he's a man, and he needs to do it regardless… no matter what."
Some defended the women, with one post reading, "The internet is really mad because a husband didn't hold a bag? We're officially out of things to talk about. Go outside." A user said, "He's her husband, not her damn slave. You can't have it both ways. And let me guess, the loudest stupid opinions come from those with no husband. Typical. More worthless degrees at work--gotta make s**t up to be relevant." Another wrote, "Sadly, men are only offering to help with bags because they are pretty. Men very rarely offer help to an elderly woman. Most actually *do* need it." A compliment for Brown read, "Love how she defended him, that's a queen right there."
