Recently, claims surfaced on social media alleging that actress Millie Bobby Brown donated $1 million to the LGBTQ community to “find a cure.” This tweet, posted by the parody account @DropPopNet, quickly gained traction, amassing over 100,000 likes. However, the information has been debunked, as there are no credible reports supporting this claim.
False Donation Claims Circulate Online
The viral tweet from @DropPopNet falsely stated that Brown had made a substantial donation to the LGBTQ community. It also included a fabricated quote, which the account promoted without any factual basis. The parody account is known for sharing satirical content and its bio explicitly states its intent to entertain rather than inform.
Public Reaction to the Tweet
Netizens quickly identified the tweet as misinformation, leading to a flurry of jokes and comments online. Users expressed their disbelief and amusement at the recurring nature of such baseless claims about the actress. Some noted how this ongoing joke about Brown has persisted since 2018.
- “The way this joke never dies is so hilarious,” one user commented.
- “I know she’s tired of seeing these,” another added.
- “The PR team must be overwhelmed right now,” remarked a third user.
The Backstory of Internet Memes
Brown’s involvement in humorous memes traces back to 2018, when users edited her Snapchat stories to attribute fictional homophobic quotes to her. This led to the trending hashtag #TakeDownMillieBobbyBrown, where netizens crafted additional fabricated stories, including homophobic content. Although Brown never publicly addressed this trolling, she deactivated her account around that period.
Reasons for Quitting Social Media
In 2022, Millie Bobby Brown revealed her reasons for stepping away from social media. She cited the negative comments and distress from past events related to her ex-boyfriend, Hunter Ecimovic, who had made troubling remarks about their relationship. Brown expressed feeling “out of control and powerless” due to the intense media scrutiny.
Advocacy and Achievements
Despite the challenges she faced online, Brown has made significant contributions as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador since 2018. She advocates for children’s rights to education and raises awareness of violence and bullying worldwide.
As of now, there have been no official statements from Millie Bobby Brown or her representatives in response to the viral tweet about the donation.
