'Stranger Things 5': Jamie Campbell Bower opens up about tearful call to Millie Bobby Brown after epic finale battle

The final chapter of ‘Stranger Things’ left all with a teary eye—wrapped up with raw emotions, including the cast itself. Jamie Campbell Bower recently opened up about the heartfelt moment that hit him hard after watching the series finale. The actor who played the infamous Vecna shared a touching story about his bond with co-star Millie Bobby Brown.

Jamie Campbell Bower and Millie Bobby Brown’s deep connection

Their relationship is like no other- a girl who is all for saving the world with her exceptional powers and a supernatural villain, who will do anything and everything in his power to conquer the world, sounds like a perfect match. That being said, Jamie Campbell Bower, who brought the terrifying Vecna to life, appeared on ‘The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon’ to reflect on the epic clash in Episode 8, ‘The Rightside Up’. He described how he and Millie Bobby Brown, portraying Eleven, grew incredibly close since Season 4, chatting often but steering clear of spoilers on the emotional weight of their scenes. A rehearsal clip showed Millie Bobby Brown advancing menacingly as Eleven before breaking into a hug, with the crew visibly moved—capturing their real-life chemistry that fueled the screen magic.

The finale episode that brought back memories

Right after viewing Episode 8, Jamie Campbell Bower reached out to Millie Bobby Brown via FaceTime and messages, overwhelmed by the ending. “I was in floods of tears because this show has been such a big part of my life,” Jamie Campbell Bower shared, expressing deep gratitude for sharing even a small piece of hers. He admitted getting emotional just talking about Millie Bobby Brown, highlighting their instant rapport that made intense scenes like Vecna’s demise feel profoundly real!

Jamie Campbell Bower learned Vecna’s fate during the Episode 8 table read, but COVID kept him isolated in Atlanta while the cast gathered at the studio—mirroring his lonely villain perfectly. “Watching everybody, isolated, alone, lonely like Vecna,” he recalled with a laugh. Later, Jamie Campbell Bower joined the full cast for a pajama-clad screening of the finale, tearing up next to Cara Buono, who plays Karen Wheeler, underscoring the family vibe the Duffer Brothers fostered.

The ending that felt just right

Despite playing the big bad, Jamie Campbell Bower embraced Vecna’s exit. “It’s the ending the show deserves. I’ve been a fan since the start. The show is so much about friendship and love, hope and joy. Of course, the person who is not that has to go,” he said, feeling honored to contribute. All episodes of ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 stream now, with documentary ‘One Last Adventure’ dropping January 12—perfect for fans craving more behind-the-scenes heart.