Pop superstar Lady Gaga has reportedly joined the cast of ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ sequel, adding another A-lister to an already formidable lineup, according to Deadline. Her role remains shrouded in secrecy, though on-set photos confirming her presence have sparked widespread speculation among fans.
20th Century Studios has declined to officially comment despite the leaked images. The sequel reunites original stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, with production having commenced in June for a May 2026 release.
Returning Faces and Fresh Blood
Director David Frankel and screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna return to helm the project, with producers Wendy Finerman and Karen Rosenfelt overseeing production. Original cast members Tracie Thoms and Tibor Feldman reprise their roles alongside an impressive roster of newcomers including Kenneth Branagh, Simone Ashley, Lucy Liu, Justin Theroux, BJ Novak, Pauline Chalamet, Rachel Bloom, and Patrick Brammall.
The sequel reportedly shifts focus to Miranda Priestly’s perspective as she confronts the declining print magazine industry—a timely narrative considering the media landscape’s dramatic transformation since the 2006 original. While specific plot details remain under wraps, the film promises to explore how fashion journalism has evolved in the digital age.
Lady Gaga’s Expanding Acting Portfolio
Lady Gaga’s casting follows an extraordinarily busy period. She released her album ‘Mayhem’ on March 7, hosted ‘Saturday Night Live’ the same month, headlined Coachella 2025, and launched her Mayhem Ball tour in July.
Most recently, she portrayed Rosaline Rotwood in Netflix’s ‘Wednesday’ second season, demonstrating her continued commitment to balancing music and acting careers.
High Expectations
The original film, based on Lauren Weisberger’s 2003 novel, followed aspiring journalist Andy Sachs navigating the cutthroat world of haute couture under tyrannical editor Miranda Priestly. Its cultural impact and enduring quotability—who hasn’t referenced “cerulean blue”?—have made the sequel one of Hollywood’s most anticipated projects.
With representatives refusing to elaborate on Gaga’s mysterious character despite mounting curiosity, speculation continues building toward the May 1, 2026 release date. Whether she plays a rival editor, rising influencer, or entirely unexpected role, Gaga’s involvement guarantees the sequel will deliver fashion, drama, and star power in equal measure.
Further casting details and plot revelations are expected as production advances through 2025.
