Meryl Streep disclosed that Anne Hathaway actively protested against the use of excessively thin models in the upcoming sequel to The Devil Wears Prada. During an interview with Harper’s Bazaar, Streep recounted how both actresses attended a runway show at Milan Fashion Week and were shocked by the models’ alarming thinness.
Streep remarked on the striking youth and beauty of the models but expressed concern over their skeletal physiques, noting that she had assumed such issues had been addressed years ago. Hathaway immediately raised the matter with the film’s producers, securing assurances that the models featured in their production would not appear so emaciated. Streep praised Hathaway’s principled stance, calling her “a stand-up girl.”
This revelation adds a modern dimension to the eagerly awaited sequel, which is scheduled to premiere in theaters on May 1. Filming in New York City attracted large crowds, with both Streep and Hathaway surprised by the intense public and media attention.
Reflecting on the experience, Streep said that despite the original film’s impact nearly two decades ago, they were unprepared for the overwhelming enthusiasm and fanfare. Police barriers and crowd control measures were necessary as buses of fans and numerous paparazzi swarmed the set, at times disrupting filming. While Hathaway maintained her composure, Streep admitted feeling unsettled by the chaos.
The original 2006 release of The Devil Wears Prada became a cultural milestone, and its sequel remains one of the most anticipated films this year. Hathaway’s advocacy behind the scenes highlights an ongoing industry dialogue about body image representation and ethical treatment of models in fashion-related media projects.
