‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Actor Salaries Revealed: Meryl, Anne, & Emily All Earned the Same Amount
Key Points:
- Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Emily Blunt each earned $12.5 million for their roles in The Devil Wears Prada 2 through a "favored nations" deal ensuring equal pay among the lead actresses.
- The three actresses' combined salaries of $37.5 million exceeded the entire $35 million budget of the original film, with the sequel's total budget reported at $100 million.
- The movie has grossed over $250 million worldwide within six days of release, making the high salaries a worthwhile investment for the studio.
- Due to the strong box office performance, the actresses are expected to receive bonuses that could push their earnings above $20 million each.
- The sequel also featured cameo appearances from 42 celebrities, adding to its star-studded appeal.