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Meryl Streep Reveals Depressing Isolation on 'The Devil Wears Prada' Set

The Devil Wears Prada is one of the films that defined a generation. Yet one actress has candidly shared that her experience on set was deeply challenging...

In 2006, this cinematic gem hit theaters: The Devil Wears Prada. A massive success, it captivated audiences worldwide. For the uninitiated, here's the premise: Aspiring journalist Andrea "Andy" Sachs (Anne Hathaway) lands a job as assistant to Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep), the formidable editor-in-chief of the elite fashion magazine Runway. Life in such a prestigious editorial office proves anything but serene, completely upending Andy's world.

The Devil Wears Prada left an indelible cultural mark and, 15 years on, remains a fashion film benchmark. While audiences embraced it wholeheartedly, a lead actress has revealed she struggled deeply during production.

Meryl Streep's Method Acting Led to Depression on Set

To authentically portray the acerbic Miranda Priestly, Meryl Streep immersed herself fully in the role—isolating herself from the cast off-set. This solitude took a heavy toll, leaving her profoundly affected. During a 15th-anniversary cast reunion hosted by Entertainment Weekly, the actress opened up:

Co-Stars Cherish Fond Memories of Meryl Streep

Though Streep felt isolated, her co-stars hold glowing recollections of the multi-award-winning icon. At the same reunion, Emily Blunt, who played first assistant Emily Charlton, shared her admiration. Anne Hathaway described Streep as "intimidating" yet underscored her "benevolence".