June 2006 Original Inspires Johnson’s 2026 Sequel Interest

In a candid revelation, Dwayne Johnson has disclosed his unsuccessful attempt to join The Devil Wears Prada 2 cast. The Hollywood heavyweight admitted to Entertainment Weekly that he campaigned for a role in the fashion sequel, declaring his readiness to wear size 15 heels. This surprising admission demonstrates Johnson’s commitment to challenging himself and exploring genres outside his action-oriented wheelhouse.
Johnson’s pitch took place during his work on The Smashing Machine alongside Emily Blunt, a biographical drama about MMA fighter Mark Kerr. As Blunt simultaneously worked on the Devil Wears Prada sequel, Johnson seized the moment to express his interest. He described wanting to portray a character with fashion credentials and inherent coolness, qualities that would allow him to contribute meaningfully to the franchise’s upscale world.
Blunt corroborated Johnson’s account, confirming he made a sincere attempt to secure a position in the film. Returning for the sequel alongside Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, Blunt engaged with Johnson’s idea humorously and warmly. She complimented his potential appearance in heels, maintaining the playful dynamic that characterizes their professional relationship.
Despite his advocacy, Johnson ultimately wasn’t cast in the production. However, Blunt maintained his connection by sharing exclusive glimpses from filming. She sent videos captured from her car before stepping onto New York City streets, where substantial crowds had gathered. Johnson described these scenes with enthusiasm, noting the atmosphere paralleled the excitement surrounding major pop star public appearances.
Directed by David Frankel and based on Lauren Weisberger’s novels, The Devil Wears Prada 2 premieres on May 1, 2026. The original film debuted at the LA Film Festival in June 2006 and became a cultural phenomenon. Though Johnson won’t be part of this sequel arriving twenty years after the original, his genuine interest highlights the franchise’s enduring and widespread appeal.