Anne Hathaway addresses misinformation around 'Devil Wears Prada 2' production
The actress says no models were fired after her request for more body diversity on set
Anne Hathaway is pushing back against online claims suggesting her call for greater body inclusivity on The Devil Wears Prada 2 led to models being fired from the production.
Speaking during an appearance on Good Morning America on April 27, the Oscar-winning actress, 43, addressed the growing speculation following comments she previously made about advocating for more diverse body representation on set.
Hathaway explained that she noticed a predominance of “traditionally sized models” during filming and raised the issue with producers, encouraging them to broaden the range of body types featured in the sequel.
However, she was clear in her latest comments that no one lost their job as a result of the discussion.
“It was this quick thing that happened on set, and now it’s become a much bigger story,” Hathaway said.
“I do want to mention some misinformation getting out there right now that people were fired because of the size inclusivity, and that just didn’t happen.”
She added, “Nobody lost their jobs; in fact, it created more jobs. It was just about making sure that so many different body types saw themselves in a moment in the script.”
Hathaway, who reprises her role as Andy Sachs in the sequel, also emphasized the importance of reflecting a more modern and inclusive fashion industry compared to when the original film was released in 2006.
Speaking in a separate interview with eTalk at the film’s New York City premiere on April 20, she said she was motivated by a desire for representation on screen.
“We also know in the last few years that the fashion industry can take a more inclusive approach to beauty standards,” she said. “I think that we’re all kind of happier when it’s like that, when everybody feels included.”
She recalled raising the idea directly with producers, who quickly agreed to adjust the casting.
“I just went up to the producers and said, ‘Hey, do you think that we could?’ And they looked up and said, ‘We’re so embarrassed we didn’t notice, and of course,’ ” she said.
“Within two hours, suddenly, there were more girls there. It made me happy.”