Fashion’s biggest night just got a major dose of Runway magazine energy. The cast of The Devil Wears Prada 2 descended on the steps of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on Monday for the Met Gala — and they did not disappoint. Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci, and Simone Ashley all made stunning appearances on the carpet, proving that the sequel’s momentum is far from slowing down. The only notable absence? The iconic Meryl Streep, who has been invited to the Met Gala many times over the years but has always declined, as it’s reportedly “never quite been her scene.”
“The Emilys” Arrive in Full Force
If Miranda Priestly won’t come to the Met Gala, her assistants — both old and new — absolutely will. Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt, affectionately dubbed “the Emilys,” came out in full force for the evening, turning the iconic museum steps into their own personal runway.
Hathaway wore a hand-painted black-and-white Michael Kors gown, paired with Bvlgari jewelry, celebrating this year’s “Fashion Is Art” theme. The front of her flowing dress featured the image of a hand reaching out to a dove, while the back showcased a stunning painting of the Goddess of Peace sprawling across the black fabric — a wearable work of art in every sense. Having only recently wrapped the Devil Wears Prada 2 press tour, Hathaway admitted to Vogue that she had only slept “a little bit” before fashion’s biggest night, but showed absolutely no signs of fatigue on the carpet.
Blunt, meanwhile, opted for a sleek black corset top and slacks by Ashi Studio, accessorized with a half-million-dollar pearl necklace by Mikimoto — a look that was equal parts editorial and effortlessly chic.
Stanley Tucci Brings the Charm (And the Velvet)
No Devil Wears Prada reunion would be complete without the beloved Nigel, and Stanley Tucci delivered on the carpet in a custom dark green velvet tuxedo by Etro, paired with a Breitling Premier B01 Chronograph 42 watch. Tucci attended the event alongside his wife and Emily Blunt’s sister, Felicity Blunt, making it a true family affair and one of the sweetest moments of the entire evening.
Simone Ashley Makes Her Mark
Simone Ashley, who plays Amari — Miranda Priestly’s new first assistant in the sequel — also made a memorable appearance at the Met Gala. The Bridgerton star wore a Stella McCartney gown draped in silver chains, making a striking statement that proved she belongs firmly in this fashion-forward ensemble. Though she is the newest addition to the Devil Wears Prada universe, Ashley held her own beautifully alongside the film’s veteran stars.
Meryl Streep’s Daughter Represents the Family
Though Streep’s presence was missed on Monday night, her family was still represented on the carpet. Her 39-year-old daughter, Grace Gummer, attended the event and stunned in a mermaid-style gold metallic Gabriela Hearst gown. It was a fitting nod to the Streep legacy — glamorous, understated, and impossible to ignore.
The Met Gala Theme: “Fashion Is Art”
This year’s Met Gala dress code was “Fashion Is Art,” while the accompanying Costume Institute exhibition, titled “Costume Art,” examines the centrality of the dressed body throughout time and culture, juxtaposing garments and works of art from across the Museum’s vast collection. The Devil Wears Prada cast — with their artisan gowns and meticulously chosen ensembles — were arguably among the most on-theme attendees of the entire evening.
Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour served as this year’s co-chairs, while Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos were the honorary chairs. Beyoncé’s appearance marked her first Met Gala attendance in a decade, adding yet another headline moment to an already star-studded night.
The Devil Wears Prada 2: A Box Office Triumph
The Met Gala appearance comes hot on the heels of a massive opening weekend for the long-awaited sequel. The Devil Wears Prada 2 grossed more than $233 million globally in its opening weekend, releasing two decades after the original film became a cult classic. The majority of the original cast returned for the sequel, once again directed by David Frankel.
In the sequel, Andy Sachs is now an award-winning investigative journalist in New York who is forced back into the orbit of her former boss, Miranda Priestly, after a newsroom layoff. Hathaway has spoken openly about how her character has evolved, noting that Andy is now more self-assured and driven by authenticity rather than the desire to please. “I think that, 20 years ago, Andy Sachs was really worried about getting it right,” Hathaway shared. “Now I think that she wants to be herself — and I relate to that.”
Final Thoughts
Miranda Priestly may have skipped fashion’s biggest night — but The Devil Wears Prada still owned the Met Gala carpet. From Hathaway’s painted masterpiece of a gown to Tucci’s velvet swagger, the cast showed up as a united front, proving that two decades later, this franchise is still a cultural force to be reckoned with. The cerulean sweater speech may be ancient history, but The Devil Wears Prada‘s grip on fashion and pop culture? Absolutely timeless.