Anne Hathaway Urges Prada 2 Producers Not to Cast 'Alarmingly Thin' Models
Anne Hathaway Urges Prada 2 Producers Not to Cast 'Alarmingly Thin' Models
Hathaway presses for healthier casting in Prada 2 as filming wraps in New York, fueling ongoing conversations about body image in fashion.
Production on The Devil Wears Prada 2 has sparked a renewed debate about body image in fashion. As filming wrapped across New York this past summer, Anne Hathaway reportedly confronted producers about casting models who were alarmingly thin. Meryl Streep recalled Hathaway’s direct approach, praising her for challenging the team to ensure the show’s models would not appear skeletal. Hathaway reportedly secured promises from the filmmakers that the casting would prioritize healthier aesthetics, a stance Streep called a stand-up move by her co-star. The sequel, reuniting Streep, Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, is set for release on May 1, underscoring how the franchise remains a flashpoint for discussions about representation in fashion and cinema.
The conversation comes as the industry confronts how thinness is portrayed to young audiences online and in celebrity culture. Jameela Jamil recently weighed in on the broader discourse, arguing that calling out unhealthy aesthetics isn’t body-shaming when it addresses a concerning trend in Hollywood. The Prada sequel arrives amid this ongoing debate, highlighting a shift toward more diverse and realistic body types in both film and fashion. Even as fans anticipate Prada 2’s stylish spectacle, the film’s behind-the-scenes choices reflect a growing desire for accountable casting and responsible representation.
