Meryl Streep Declines Opportunity to Star in ‘Devil Wears Prada’
Meryl Streep will reprise her role as Miranda Priestly in the sequel to the 2006 film “The Devil Wears Prada.” The new movie, titled “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” is scheduled for release on May 1, 2026. Streep, a three‑time Oscar winner and distant relative of Vogue editor‑turned‑fashion icon Anna Wintour, originally declined the part but later accepted after negotiating a higher payment.
The first film earned critical acclaim, including two Academy Award nominations and a Golden Globe for Streep’s performance. The sequel returns several original cast members, including Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci. Jenna Bush Hager makes a cameo appearance, and the film is positioned to capitalize on the original’s enduring popularity.
Production notes indicate that the script was praised by the cast, who felt confident in the story’s quality. Streep has stated that the possibility of a larger salary was a decisive factor in her decision to participate.
The film’s release is confirmed for May 1, with promotional activities underway. No further casting changes or plot details have been disclosed at this time.