Miranda Priestly has officially returned, and she’s as fabulous — and fearsome — as ever.
Meryl Streep was spotted on the bustling streets of Manhattan this Wednesday, slipping seamlessly back into the icy glare and impossibly chic wardrobe of her iconic Devil Wears Prada character. It’s been nearly two decades since Streep last terrorized the fictional halls of Runway magazine, but judging by her first look on the set of the long-awaited sequel, time has only sharpened Miranda’s edge.
Streep, now 76, turned heads in a striking ensemble that blended high fashion with vintage Miranda flair: a deep plum silk blouse, a metallic copper leather skirt, and a matching trench coat that trailed dramatically behind her as she strode onto set. Oversized sunglasses shielded her signature frosty stare, while a Briony Raymond diamond ring added an extra glint of intimidation to her every hand gesture.
And yes — the iconic white pixie cut? Still razor-sharp.
A star-studded return
Joining Streep in the hotly anticipated sequel are her original co-stars Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt. While plot details remain tightly guarded, early reports suggest a modern shake-up at Runway, with Miranda possibly navigating a digital-first fashion world — and clashing with a new generation of influencers and AI stylists.
Anne Hathaway, now 42, couldn’t hide her excitement. “We’re back. I can’t believe it’s been 20 years, and yet it feels like no time has passed,” she said in an Instagram video posted on July 22, revealing that she brought a sentimental prop to set — a pair of vintage frames their original director, David Frankel, wore during the first film.
“It’s my good luck charm,” she beamed. “All of us had these glasses back then. And we all kept them. Can you believe that?”
A full-circle moment
Hathaway has often reflected on how formative her early roles were, especially The Devil Wears Prada and The Princess Diaries. “Those sets were where I learned everything,” she said in a past interview. “And now, I get to pass that experience on and help create a space where others can thrive.”
Emily Blunt is also back as the snarky and sharp-tongued Emily Charlton, rumored to now be a fashion editor in London battling Miranda from across the pond. Stanley Tucci is said to reprise his beloved role as Nigel, whose wardrobe critiques are still legendary among fans.
Notably absent is Adrien Grenier, who portrayed Andy’s boyfriend Nate. The sequel, insiders suggest, will reflect Andy’s growth well beyond that infamous grilled cheese fight.
What to expect
While the sequel’s plot remains under wraps, whispers on set hint at a deeper dive into the evolution of media, power, and fashion in the era of TikTok, cancel culture, and billion-dollar fashion tech startups. Miranda Priestly facing a Gen Z creative director? We’re here for it.
Meryl Streep previously teased her openness to return, joking over a decade ago, “I’d have to lose the f***ing weight, but I’d do it.” And now, she’s delivering.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is set to sashay into theaters on May 1, 2026 — marking 20 years since the original film became a cultural phenomenon.
So dust off your cerulean sweaters and prepare for the return of fashion’s fiercest icon. Miranda Priestly is back — and she’s not here for your excuses.