Emily Blunt's 'Mean' Role in The Devil Wears Prada Leaves an Impression on Her Daughters
Emily BluntEmily Blunt, renowned for her exhilarating performances on screen, recently shared a humorous familial anecdote revealing the impact of her iconic role in "The Devil Wears Prada" on her daughters. At the 18th Annual American Institute for Stuttering Gala in New York City, Blunt recounted how her portrayal of Emily Charlton, the high-strung assistant to Meryl Streep’s character, led her daughters to view her as the "meanest person." Blunt, who shares 10-year-old Hazel and 7-year-old Violet with husband John Krasinski, remarked how her daughters perceive her differently after watching the 2006 cinematic hit.
"They thought I was the meanest person they’ve ever met," Blunt, 41, confessed to Page Six. Blunt's genuine amusement underscored her children’s reactions, citing both disbelief and astonishment from her role that still echoes in the hearts of many fans worldwide. During her discussions at the gala, she expressed her enduring fondness for the film, highlighting the camaraderie and joy shared with co-stars Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, and Stanley Tucci, and reminisced, "We just had the time of our lives."
Blunt, reflecting on her journey, noted that "The Devil Wears Prada" marked her breakthrough into major Hollywood productions. "It’s incredible that it has such an indelible fingerprint on people and that it’s people’s standby, feel-good movie," remarked Blunt. "It's quoted to me every week," she added, demonstrating the film’s lasting legacy.
This role, pivotal in launching Blunt's stellar career, has also been a point of familial jest with Hazel and Violet, who are learning to distinguish their mom’s reel life from real life. Despite the seemingly negative light cast by her on-screen character, Blunt reassures that her daughters are well aware of the fictional nature of her roles and enjoy these light-hearted family moments.
While embracing the public’s ongoing love for her character, Blunt also shared inspiring words about overcoming personal challenges, notably her childhood stutter, a cause close to her heart which brought her to the gala event. "I do think it’s really ironic that I’ve ended up being in a job that is so public and full of so much public speaking… And I’m grateful because I love what I do," she mused, sharing her journey and advocacy for stuttering awareness.
This amusing incident underscores the lighter side of an actress's life, blending the personal with the professional, and highlighting the continuous influence of her work on and off the screen.
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