After years of evading inquiries related to *The Devil Wears Prada*, Anna Wintour, the renowned editor-in-chief of *Vogue*, is finally expressing her candid thoughts regarding the parallels drawn between her and Meryl Streep’s iconic portrayal of Miranda Priestly.
Released in 2006, this cinematic adaptation was inspired by Lauren Weisberger’s novel, reflective of her own experiences working as Wintour’s assistant. The film narrates the journey of Anne Hathaway’s character, Andy Sachs, an aspiring journalist who lands an assistant role at the esteemed fashion magazine Runway, under the discerning eye of the formidable editor, Miranda Priestly.
In a recent episode of the The New Yorker Radio Hour, Wintour recounted attending the film’s premiere clad in Prada, completely uninformed about the movie’s narrative. “The fashion industry was quite sweetly concerned for me about the film, fearing it would portray me in a negative light,” she explained.
David Remnick, the editor of *The New Yorker*, chimed in, suggesting that the film could be described as “cartoonish.” Wintour concurred, referring to her portrayal as a “caricature.” Despite her trepidations, upon viewing the Oscar-nominated film, her initial worries melted away.
“First of all, it was Meryl Streep, which was fantastic. I found it highly enjoyable and very funny,” Wintour remarked, maintaining a positive view on the film’s reception. She also noted her discussions with Miuccia Prada, emphasizing the film’s impact, stating it was beneficial for her. “It had a lot of humor, a lot of wit. The cast, including Emily Blunt, was exceptional. Ultimately, I viewed it as a fair representation.”
Despite any initial concerns, *The Devil Wears Prada* was a commercial triumph, grossing $326 million worldwide on a $40 million budget. Nearly 20 years later, a sequel is currently in development, with key cast members, including Streep, Hathaway, Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, set to reprise their roles. The follow-up is expected to premiere in May 2026.
Historically, Wintour has been reticent about discussing her connection to the film and its characters. Last year, during an appearance at a musical adaptation of *Prada*, she stated that it was up to the audience and her staff to determine whether any resemblance to Miranda Priestly existed.
Recently, it was announced that Wintour will transition from her role as editor-in-chief of American *Vogue*, while continuing as chief content officer for Condé Nast and global editorial director of *Vogue*. Chloe Malle has been appointed as her successor as U.S. editorial director for *Vogue*.
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