Anne Hathaway on Meryl Streep’s Method Acting in Devil Wears Prada 2 Anne Hathaway revealed insights into Meryl Streep’s approach to the sequel Devil Wears Prada 2, clarifying that the acclaimed actress did not employ method acting techniques for the film. During an exclusive interview with E! News Creator Cam host Erin Lim Rhodes at the April 20 New York City premiere, Hathaway shared that Streep had made significant sacrifices for the 2006 original, immersing herself in the role of Runway editor Miranda Priestly. Hathaway described how Streep’s dedication to the character involved giving up social interactions on set, as the actress aimed to create a more intimidating presence for the cast. “Meryl loves being by the camera truck. She loves just the conversations that happen, the laughs,” Hathaway explained. “But for the first film, she felt the cast would be sharper and taller if they didn’t feel so comfortable around her.” This meant Streep forgoed her favorite socializing time, allowing the cast to embody their characters more intensely. For Devil Wears Prada 2, however, Streep opted to shift her approach. Hathaway recounted that the actress told her co-stars—Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci—that they could “do it themselves,” signaling a move away from method acting. “Meryl decided she wanted to spend more time with her costars,” Hathaway said, noting that this change allowed for a more collaborative dynamic on set. Hathaway also reflected on her own experience with the sequel, admitting she had moved past the intense pressure of creating a groundbreaking follow-up to the original film. “I’m kind of through that time in my life,” she said. “I don’t really want to focus on that part. I just kind of accept it.#anne_hathaway #devil_wears_prada_2 #e_news #meryl_streep #erin_lim_rhodes
