The bond between Hollywood A-listers often leads to fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, and the friendship between Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt is no exception. Although Johnson revealed he was unable to land a role in The Devil Wears Prada 2 despite pitching himself for it, his connection to the film didn’t end with the rejection. Johnson shared that Blunt kept him updated with exclusive videos from the bustling set in New York City.
Johnson had originally hoped to play a “cool” character with fashion expertise in the sequel. He was so committed to the idea that when the subject of footwear came up, he told Blunt he was willing to wear size 15 heels to make it work. While Blunt found the pitch amusing—and even complimented his theoretical look in heels—the casting didn’t align. The film, directed by David Frankel, continued production with its primary cast of Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Blunt.
However, Johnson still got a taste of the action. He recounted how Blunt would video call or send clips while waiting in her car to step onto the set. “Look at this!” she would tell him, panning the camera to the crowds outside. Johnson was awestruck by the reception, describing it as a “pop star level sighting.” These updates allowed him to share in the excitement of the sequel’s production, even from a distance.
The anecdote highlights the massive anticipation surrounding The Devil Wears Prada 2, which is based on the world created by Lauren Weisberger. The original film premiered in June 2006 and became an instant classic. The sequel aims to capture that same magic when it arrives in theaters on May 1, 2026.
While Johnson continues his own run of blockbusters, including The Smashing Machine, his appreciation for Prada remains high. His willingness to wear stilettos and his enthusiasm for Blunt’s on-set videos show that beneath the action-hero exterior, he is just as much a fan of the Runway magazine world as the rest of the audience.