‘Lived with Bipolar 2’: David Harbour’s tweet about mental health resurfaces amid Millie Bobby Brown controversy
An old tweet from Stranger Things star David Harbour has resurfaced, highlighting his candidness about mental health. In the post, Harbour revealed that he has lived with Bipolar 2 disorder, reigniting conversations among fans about mental health awareness. The tweet has reappeared amid the ongoing controversy involving his co-star Millie Bobby Brown, who filed a harassment and bullying complaint before the filming of the show’s final season, leading to a months-long investigation into the allegations.
David Harbour’s tweet about mental health
The resurfaced post dates back to 2018, when David Harbour shared a heartfelt message on World Mental Health Day. In his tweet, the actor opened up about his 17-year journey with Bipolar 2 disorder, writing, “Today is World Mental Health Day and a day to remind you that I have struggled and lived with Bipolar 2 for 17 years. Abandon shame, embrace yourself and your diagnosis. You can have a rich, successful life and a vital cultural voice. We need you. Happy responsible medicating.”
David Harbour and Millie Bobby Brown’s case
An internal investigation reportedly took place as Netflix began filming the eighth and final season of Stranger Things, its $400 million production. According to The Mail on Sunday, Millie Bobby Brown filed a “harassment and bullying” complaint against her co-star David Harbour prior to the start of filming in January 2024. The publication clarified that the allegations did not involve any sexual misconduct.
Sources close to the production revealed that the complaint contained “pages and pages of accusations,” leading to a months-long internal probe. Harbour, who plays Jim Hopper, the stern yet caring father figure to Brown’s character Eleven, shares numerous emotional scenes with her. However, reports suggest that tensions on set prompted Brown to bring a personal representative during the final season’s shoot. The controversy has surfaced alongside Harbour’s personal struggles, including the reported end of his marriage to singer Lily Allen.
