Sydney Sweeney’s role removed from Devil Wears Prada sequel.

Sydney Sweeney's cameo cut from The Devil Wears Prada 2. Here's why

Sydney Sweeney's cameo in The Devil Wears Prada 2 has been cut from the final film, despite being shot. The sequel, starring Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep, is set to release in theatres on May 1.

by · India Today

In Short

  • Sydney Sweeney filmed a scene for The Devil Wears Prada 2
  • The sequel stars Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Stanley Tucci, and Emily Blunt
  • Film directed by David Frankel, releasing on May 1, with Lady Gaga on soundtrack

Actor Sydney Sweeney will not appear in the final cut of The Devil Wears Prada 2, despite having filmed a scene for the much-anticipated sequel. According to Entertainment Weekly, the actor’s cameo was removed as part of a “creative decision”.

Sweeney was clicked on the film’s set in mid-2025, sparking curiosity about her role in the project, which sees the return of Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt. However, sources indicate that her scene – originally placed early in the film – was eventually cut during the editing process.

The sequel revisits journalist Andy Sachs (Hathaway) as she reconnects with Miranda Priestly (Streep) and Nigel Kipling (Tucci) amid a crisis at Runway magazine. They turn to Emily Charlton (Blunt), now heading Dior’s US operations, for support. Sweeney’s scene was reportedly tied to Emily’s introduction, showing her styling a celebrity client.

While the sequence did not make the final edit, the makers are said to have appreciated Sweeney’s involvement in the project. Representatives for Disney and the actor have not commented on the development.

Sweeney has remained in the spotlight with her work on Euphoria Season 3, alongside recent attention around an American Eagle campaign that drew mixed reactions online. The actor later addressed the controversy, distancing herself from interpretations linked to the advertisement.

Directed by David Frankel, the sequel The Devil Wears Prada 2 also features appearances from Lady Gaga, who has contributed to the soundtrack. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on May 1.

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