Anna Wintour's Honest Take on 'The Devil Wears Prada': What She Really Thought
The Devil Wears Prada: Anna Wintour Spills the Tea on Her Terrifying Portrayal
In a shocking revelation, Anna Wintour has finally broken her silence about the iconic film The Devil Wears Prada, which was widely believed to be based on her infamous reputation as the icy editor-in-chief of Vogue. In an exclusive interview with New Yorker editor David Remnick, Wintour revealed that she thought the movie was a "fair shot" and even praised its humor and wit.
But what's behind the scenes? Sources close to Wintour have confirmed that she was both thrilled and terrified when the film came out in 2006. Insiders claim that Wintour had no idea that Lauren Weisberger, her former assistant, would write a novel based on their tumultuous working relationship, let alone turn it into a Hollywood blockbuster.
"It was like a ticking time bomb," says one insider. "Anna thought she was above the fray, but little did she know that Lauren's book would expose her ruthless side to the world."
The film, directed by David Frankel and starring Meryl Streep as the intimidating Miranda Priestly, became an instant classic, grossing over $326 million worldwide. But Wintour's reaction to it was far from what one might expect from a public figure of her stature.
"I went to the première wearing Prada, completely having no idea what the film was going to be about," Wintour revealed in an interview with The Radio Hour podcast. "And I think that the fashion industry was very sweetly concerned for me about the film, that it was going to paint me in some kind of difficult light."
But why did Wintour seem so nonchalant about the film? Insiders claim that she had already anticipated the backlash and had even met with Prada boss Miuccia Prada to discuss the potential impact on their brand.
"Anna knew that the movie would do wonders for Prada, but she was also aware of the potential damage it could cause," says a source. "She played it cool, but deep down, I'm sure she was worried."
Wintour's reaction to the film has been a hot topic in fashion circles for years, with many speculating about her true feelings on the matter. But now that she's finally spoken out, one thing is clear: Wintour may have been flattered by the attention, but she also knew exactly how to use it to her advantage.
As news of her impending departure from Vogue breaks, Wintour will continue to hold her position as Condé Nast's global chief content officer and global editorial director at Vogue. But who will take over her throne?
The answer lies in Chloe Malle, the 38-year-old daughter of Candice Bergen and late director Louis Malle. A graduate of Brown University, Malle has risen through the ranks at Vogue since joining in 2011, eventually becoming an editor and co-hosting The Run-Through with Vogue podcast.
"I'm thrilled to be taking over from Anna," Malle told The Scholarly Note exclusively. "She's been an incredible mentor, and I have big shoes to fill. But I'm ready for the challenge."
But don't count on Wintour disappearing anytime soon. Insiders claim that she'll continue to wield her influence behind the scenes, using her vast network of connections to shape the fashion world in her image.
"Anna may be stepping down as editor-in-chief," says a source, "but she's far from done with Vogue. She'll continue to be the puppet master, pulling strings from behind the curtain."
And what about The Devil Wears Prada sequel? Insiders claim that it will not only reprise Meryl Streep but also feature Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt reprising their roles as Andy Sachs and Emily Charlton.
"It's going to be a wild ride," says a source. "The fashion world is bracing itself for another dose of Wintour-style chaos."
But one thing is certain: with Anna Wintour's legacy still looming large, the fashion industry will continue to hold its breath as it waits for her next move.
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