Imagine the shock of seeing a pop icon like Lady Gaga stepping into the high-stakes world of fashion drama—it's the kind of casting twist that could redefine a beloved film franchise! But here's where it gets exciting: the Grammy and Oscar winner isn't slowing down, and she's about to make her mark in the sequel to 'The Devil Wears Prada,' all while juggling her electrifying Mayhem Ball Tour.
Fresh off four packed-out shows at London's O2 Arena, Gaga was caught on camera by eagle-eyed fans in Milan, where the follow-up to the 2006 hit comedy—starring Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci—is in full swing. This marks Gaga's first major movie role since her appearance in 'Joker: Folie à Deux,' and it comes hot on the heels of a fun cameo in Netflix's 'Wednesday' series, where she dazzled as Rosaline Rotwood. Before diving back into the tour spotlight at Stockholm's Avicii Arena on Sunday night, she's fitting in this cinematic detour, proving once again that her energy knows no bounds.
For those new to the story, 'The Devil Wears Prada' is based on Lauren Weisberger's 2003 novel, a sharp satire of the fashion industry. It follows Andrea 'Andy' Sachs, played by Hathaway, a fresh-faced journalist who lands a dream job at Runway, a top-tier fashion magazine. But her excitement quickly turns to chaos as she's bossed around by the icy editor-in-chief, Miranda Priestly (Streep), whose every demand and piercing stare tests Andy's limits. It's the kind of role that 'a million girls would kill for,' as the book famously puts it—a nod to the cutthroat allure of high fashion. And this isn't just fiction; Weisberger drew from her own experiences as Anna Wintour's assistant at Vogue, making the story a 'roman à clef,' which is a fancy term for a novel thinly disguised as real-life events, often poking fun at or exposing the secrets of actual people.
As for the sequel, details are still under wraps, but rumors suggest it picks up with Miranda grappling with the shifting tides of the magazine world, where print publications are fading in the digital age. She clashes with her former assistant, Emily (Blunt), who's now a powerhouse executive at a luxury conglomerate, wielding the ad dollars Miranda needs to survive. Hathaway's Andy, who walked away from Runway in the first film to pursue journalism at a newspaper, seems to be circling back into the fashion scene—though exactly how remains a mystery. And this is the part most people miss: how will Andy's return change the dynamics? Will she redeem her past choices, or stir up even more drama?
Adding to the buzz, Streep and Tucci were recently spotted in the front row at Dolce & Gabbana's Milan Fashion Week show, where Streep, embodying Miranda, shared a viral, unforgettable moment meeting the real Anna Wintour for the first time. It's a perfect blend of fiction and reality that has fans buzzing.
The original film's director David Frankel and writer Aline Brosh McKenna are back at the helm, along with producer Karen Rosenfelt. Joining the mix are fresh faces like Kenneth Branagh as Miranda's husband, plus Lucy Liu, Justin Theroux, B.J. Novak, Pauline Chalamet, and Simone Ashley. Returning cast members Tibor Feldman and Tracie Thoms will reprise their roles, ensuring that familiar energy carries over.
But here's where it gets controversial: the book's inspiration from Anna Wintour has sparked endless debates. Is it a harmless tribute to the fashion icon, or an unfair caricature that oversimplifies the complexities of running a magazine empire? Some argue it humanizes the industry, while others say it unfairly stereotypes powerful women. What do you think—does art have the right to borrow from real life, even if it ruffles feathers?
20th Century Studios is slated to release the film on May 1, 2026, almost two decades after the original's debut. With Gaga's star power added to this mix, it's bound to ignite conversations about celebrity, fashion, and the evolving media landscape. Have you seen the first movie? Do you think Gaga's involvement will breathe new life into the story, or is it a risky gamble? Share your thoughts in the comments—do you agree with the casting, or disagree? Let's discuss!
